Any US-Iran Deal Will Ensure Security of Gulf Allies, Rubio Assures GCC Nations During Mideast Tour
Rubio said Washington will not undermine Gulf security as talks with Iran continue over inspections, sanctions relief and a proposed $300 billion reconstruction fund.
- On Thursday, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio concluded a three-day Gulf tour, assuring regional partners that any potential US-Iran deal will explicitly account for their security interests.
- The diplomatic mission follows last week's US-Iran framework agreement intended to end the recent conflict, though regional leaders remain wary that excessive concessions could strengthen Tehran and reshape local security balances.
- While President Donald Trump claimed Iran agreed to nuclear inspections into "Infinity," Rubio rejected Iranian control over international waterways, calling it an "unacceptable condition of any deal."
- At a Gulf Cooperation Council meeting in Bahrain, allies sought ironclad security guarantees as the proposed US-Iran draft includes a $300 billion reconstruction fund that critics fear expands Tehran's regional influence.
- Analysts suggest Rubio's reassurances aim to prevent repeating past diplomatic mistakes as Washington prepares for fresh nuclear talks in Switzerland, expected to narrow differences on regional security architecture.
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