Has Marco Rubio’s tour of the Gulf reassured US allies? (opens original article in a new tab)

Marco Rubio met with Gulf Cooperation Council officials to reassure them about US commitment to their security following an agreement to end the US-Israel war on Iran, while emphasizing the need for a permanent deal with Iran and regional stability.

• US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with GCC officials in Bahrain to reassure allies about security post-Iran deal
• Rubio emphasized US desire for a permanent deal with Iran but not at any price and called for Iran to stop charging ships in the Strait of Hormuz
• GCC seeks greater influence in regional security and Strait of Hormuz matters