ANALYSIS
Why is Iran bombing Gulf states while avoiding US naval assets and Israel?
Analysts say Iran is using Gulf states to pressure Washington while avoiding direct confrontation with US forces.
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ANALYSIS
How US-Iran war may push Gulf countries to ‘diversify’ security alliances
Despite Iranian attacks, several GCC states continue to speak with Tehran in effort to mend ties and forge cooperation.
EXPLAINER
US-Iran negotiations: What’s the latest?
Iranian officials are expected in Doha for talks with Qatari mediators, a day after US negotiators arrived there.
From: NewsFeed
Gulf countries attacked after US launches second round of strikes on Iran
Gulf countries attacked after US launches second round of strikes on Iran.
Published On 28 Jun 2026
EXPLAINER
Why has the UN paused plans to evacuate sailors from the Strait of Hormuz?
A cargo vessel had been struck by a projectile near Oman, as Iran says all ships must pass with its permission.
EXPLAINER
Iran slams the GCC and the US for ‘interventionist’ statement: What we know
Tehran rejects US-GCC pressure over missiles, the Strait of Hormuz and regional armed groups.
Pragmatic choice: Israel’s war backfires as Gulf backs US-Iran deal
A war meant to isolate Iran instead deepened Gulf pragmatism and strengthened support for diplomacy.
From: NewsFeed
Rubio: Gulf countries don’t support Strait of Hormuz tolls
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said all Gulf countries oppose a toll in the Strait of Hormuz.
Published On 25 Jun 2026
Rubio issues Hormuz toll warning as he wraps up Gulf visit
Rubio’s Gulf tour is the first high-level diplomatic mission since the US-Iran framework agreement last week.
Iran war day 118: IRGC rejects new Hormuz route; Rubio to meet GCC leaders
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard warns against alternative route in Strait of Hormuz as top US diplomat to meet Gulf leaders.
From: NewsFeed
Rubio begins Gulf visit in the UAE to advance US-Iran peace deal
Arriving in the UAE at the start of a Gulf tour, Rubio is seeking to advance the US-Iran deal with regional partners.
Published On 23 Jun 2026
