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Gulf Allies Express Frustration with President Trump's Unpredictable Diplomatic Approach to Iran War

Gulf nations, including Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, and Bahrain, are increasingly frustrated with the diplomatic approach of President Trump during the ongoing war with Iran. Regional officials have cited the administration's unpredictable policy shifts and the inability to stop the conflict, leading some nations to question the necessity of hosting large US military bases. This discontent follows a new mutual defense pact between Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan, signaling a push to diversify security partnerships. While Gulf states remain heavily dependent on the US for military equipment and intelligence, they are paying the price for a war initiated by the administration. The Strait of Hormuz has remained closed due to a US maritime blockade, causing oil prices to climb above $100 a barrel. The administration announced that President Trump maintains strong relations with regional partners and has kept up regular contact with allies throughout the conflict. Conversely, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that Iran has not yet decided to resume formal negotiations with the user-defined terms of the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding.

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