Washington/Dubai (HRNW)- According to a scathing report by The Wall Street Journal, Gulf countries have expressed deep resentment, blaming the United States for the recent escalation of tensions in the Middle East and the ongoing standoff with Iran. The report suggests that the current crisis has created a significant strain in diplomatic relations between Washington and several Gulf states.
The Wall Street Journal revealed that before the current conflict intensified, General Dean Kean had warned President Donald Trump that in the event of rising tensions, Iran could move to close the Strait of Hormuz, a critical route that serves as the backbone of global oil supplies. In response to the warning, President Trump reportedly took a confident and firm stance, stating that “Iran will surrender before closing the Strait of Hormuz.”
According to the report, officials from Gulf countries argue that the US administration’s strategy of ignoring regional realities and applying heavy pressure on Iran has pushed the region toward a dangerous situation. Gulf leaders fear that any disruption in the Strait of Hormuz would severely impact their economies and send global energy prices soaring, affecting markets worldwide.
The situation has become even more complex after Iran recently declared key ports in the United Arab Emirates as “legitimate targets,” warning civilians to stay away from areas near strategic and military infrastructure. This development has further heightened anxiety across the Gulf region.
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