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The situation in Iran is quite tense these days. People’s anger is being seen against Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei. People angry over inflation and unemployment have opened a front against Khamenei on the streets. On the other hand, US President Donald Trump is continuously threatening the Iranian government with action.
Trump has given a direct warning to Khamenei that the US will take action if the Iranian government adopts a violent stance against the protesters. At the same time, the noise of these threats of Trump is being heard in the Gulf countries also. The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) is keeping a close eye on the situation.
Speculation of action on Iran after Venezuela
After the action taken by America in Venezuela, there are speculations that America may attack Iran in collaboration with Israel. Trump’s threats have further fueled these speculations.
Saudi Arabia gave support to Iran
Amidst all this, the Gulf Cooperation Council also called ministerial level meetings. Along with this, Saudi Arabia also expressed its support by talking to the Iranian government. Let us tell you that Gulf countries include Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain and Oman.
GCC keeps a close eye on the situation in Iran
Due to the situation prevailing in Iran, the Gulf countries have called a ministerial level meeting and expressed concern over the situation, but this meeting was not held publicly. However, joint statements were also issued. Gulf countries appealed to control the situation through diplomacy. Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, the UAE, and Bahrain have held ministerial meetings and issued collective statements to consider the situation and tensions with Iran.
Foreign ministers or high officials of countries like UAE and Saudi Arabia are constantly talking on phone with major international partners so that they can reduce the risk of increasing tension in Iran.
No GCC country came forward after Trump’s threat
The Gulf countries have not directly talked about war, but have generally appealed for restraint and diplomatic solutions. Even in the past, Gulf countries have called for dialogue, dialogue and peaceful resolution as a priority when regional tensions increase. Oman supports the joint statement and dialogue efforts.
After Trump’s threats, no Gulf country has come forward and given any support or challenge, but movement is being seen. The attention of all Gulf countries is on Trump’s next step.
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