Gulf Cooperation Council nations have intensified diplomatic efforts to urge Russia to intervene in easing tensions with Iran, particularly in stopping recent military actions and restoring navigation through the critical Strait of Hormuz. The move highlights growing regional concerns over escalating hostilities and their potential to disrupt global energy supplies. With Iran’s provocative actions drawing international scrutiny, the GCC’s appeal to Moscow underscores the fragile balance of power in the Middle East. The outcome of these discussions could shape stability—or instability—in one of the world’s most strategically vital waterways.
GCC states have pressed Moscow to help halt Iranian attacks and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
