Iran Says Hormuz Will Stay "Closed" Until the US Meets Seven Conditions — What It Means for the UAE
Iran's parliament speaker says the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until Washington meets seven conditions tied to a collapsed June agreement. Shipping data suggests traffic is still moving, but at reduced levels and under heavy risk, with consequences for UAE trade, fuel and travel.
UAE Balances Deterrence and Diplomacy as US-Iran Tensions Reshape Gulf Security
The UAE continues to walk a careful line between deterrence and diplomacy as the US-Iran standoff enters a critical phase, with the upcoming UN General Assembly seen as a key opportunity for de-escalation. Analysts warn that any fresh disruption to Gulf energy infrastructure could quickly unsettle recently calmed oil markets.