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Gulf Allies Shaken by Trump’s Iran Strikes
- On June 22, Arab nations firmly denounced U.S. air strikes targeting Iran's nuclear sites, urging diplomatic efforts to prevent further serious consequences.
- The strikes followed Israel's air campaign starting June 13 and disrupted Oman-brokered talks between Tehran and Washington, while Gulf states sought de-escalation.
- Gulf leaders, including Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, held intensive diplomatic calls to prevent conflict spread.
- U.S. President Trump described the strikes as a "spectacular military success" destroying Iran’s main nuclear sites, while Bahrain activated emergency plans and airlines suspended some flights.
- The escalation risks dragging the Gulf states into a wider conflict that could threaten regional security and disrupt critical oil exports through the Strait of Hormuz.
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Gulf states on high alert after US strikes Iran
Gulf states, home to multiple US military bases, were on high alert on Sunday with their leaders calling on all parties to exercise maximum restraint following US strikes on Iran that raised the possibility of a wider conflict in the region. Leaders including the United Arab Emirates president, the Emir of Qatar and the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, who had all hosted Trump last month for a tour of the region, discussed the serious implications …
Gulf states on high alert after U.S. strikes Iran’s nuclear sites | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
DUBAI/RIYADH >> Gulf states, home to multiple U.S. military bases, were on high alert on Sunday with their leaders calling on all parties to exercise maximum restraint following U.S. strikes on Iran that raised the possibility of a wider conflict in the region.
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