Albir Krganov, the head of the Spiritual Assembly of Muslims of Russia and Mufti of Moscow, has called on Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud to convene a summit of leaders from Muslim-majority countries, proposing Tehran as the host city.
In his appeal, Krganov argued that the Islamic world should take greater control over decisions affecting its political and security interests, urging a shift away from reliance on Western mediation, particularly from the United States.
He said an intra-Islamic platform for dialogue would help strengthen unity among Muslim nations and enhance their collective response to emerging geopolitical challenges.
“A summit of this nature would provide an opportunity for Muslim states to consolidate cooperation and advance independent decision-making,” he said.
Krganov noted that hosting the meeting in Iran could serve as a symbolic and strategic step toward fostering cohesion within the Islamic world, at a time of shifting global alliances.
The proposal comes amid renewed debate over the role of external actors in Middle Eastern affairs, with growing calls for regional autonomy in diplomacy and security.
By advocating for a Tehran-hosted summit, Krganov adds to a broader conversation on redefining power dynamics within the Islamic world and reducing external influence in regional decision-making.
Authorities in Saudi Arabia and Iran had not publicly responded to the proposal by press time.
