Gulf States Navigating Fragile US-Iran Truce as Hormuz Uncertainty Looms
Experts warn Gulf states are wary the US could agree to a deal that gives Iran leverage over the strategic Strait of Hormuz energy waterway.
Tensions between the United States and Iran have long cast a shadow over the Gulf region, with the strategic Strait of Hormuz serving as a focal point of uncertainty. As the two adversaries navigate a fragile truce, experts caution that Gulf states remain deeply concerned about the prospect of a deal that could grant Iran influence over this critical energy chokepoint.
The Strait of Hormuz, a narrow waterway connecting the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman, is a vital global trade route, with an estimated 20% of the world's oil supply passing through its waters. Control over this strategic corridor has long been a source of contention, with Iran repeatedly threatening to disrupt shipping in the event of a conflict.
According to analysts, Gulf states, such as Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, are keenly aware of the potential risks associated with any agreement that could strengthen Iran's hand in the region.
Source: Al Jazeera
