Gulf states are actively lobbying the United States to prevent Israel from attacking Iran’s oil facilities, expressing concerns that such actions could provoke retaliation against their own oil infrastructure by Iranian proxies. Key points include:
Countries like Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Qatar are refusing to allow Israeli aircraft to use their airspace for potential strikes on Iran, conveying this stance to Washington.
The tensions have escalated following Iran’s missile attacks and Israel’s threats of retaliation, raising fears of a broader conflict that could involve the US.
Iran has warned Saudi Arabia that it cannot guarantee the safety of its oil facilities if Israel receives support for an attack.
During recent diplomatic engagements, Iranian officials conveyed that any support for Israel could be perceived as an act of war, emphasizing the potential risks to Gulf oil infrastructure.
The situation has led to increased communication between Gulf officials and US counterparts to address these concerns and seek a measured response from Israel.