US ‘will be in constant contact with Gulf states’ during talks with Tehran (opens original article in a new tab)

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio pledged continuous communication with Gulf states during US-Iran negotiations, assuring they would not be harmed by any decisions. Gulf leaders supported the talks but emphasized maintaining unity and addressing all Iranian threats, including missile and proxy activities, while opposing any restrictions on the Strait of Hormuz.

• US Secretary of State Marco Rubio assured Gulf Cooperation Council members of constant communication during US-Iran talks
• Rubio emphasized no decisions would undermine Gulf allies' stability or security
• Gulf ministers supported the US-Iran framework agreement but stressed need for unity in negotiations
• Gulf states opposed any control over the Strait of Hormuz and called for unrestricted navigation