Gulf States Urge US to Neutralise Iran as Strait of Hormuz Crisis Deepens

Gulf Arab states are urging the United States not to stop short against Iran, pushing to weaken its military amid a deepening Strait of Hormuz crisis.

According to Reuters on Monday night, March 16, these countries initially did not seek war with Iran but pushed for decisive action after Tehran’s attacks on oil facilities, ports, and Gulf cities.

Iran has targeted airports, oil fields, and commercial centers in six Gulf Cooperation Council countries in recent weeks using drones and missiles, disrupting maritime traffic through the strategic Strait of Hormuz.

The Strait of Hormuz is a crucial global oil route, with roughly one-fifth of the world’s oil passing through, heightening fears of broader economic and security impacts from continued Iranian attacks.

While US and Israeli airstrikes against Iran have intensified, Gulf countries remain concerned about escalation, preferring to avoid a war they did not initiate while still ensuring their security.

Reports indicate that the United States is actively working to weaken Iran’s ability to develop and use weapons, maintaining close coordination with regional partners to monitor threats.

The United Arab Emirates has emphasized it does not seek direct involvement in conflict but reserves the right to act to protect its sovereignty and security amid rising tensions.

The situation underscores the delicate balance Gulf states must maintain between deterring Iranian aggression and avoiding direct military confrontation while relying on US security guarantees.

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