The UAE demands guaranteed, permanent access to the Strait of Hormuz in any US-Iran peace settlement. The UAE stressed that the waterway, being a critical global oil artery, must not be used as a regional bargaining chip. Despite ongoing threats from Iran's missiles, the UAE plans to strengthen its security alliance with the US.
The UAE stressed that guaranteeing free passage through the Strait of Hormuz is essential in any US-Iran deal. The UAE warned that instability in the Middle East will worsen if Iran's nuclear and missile development issues are not resolved. The US President warned of further strikes on Iranian energy facilities if the Strait of Hormuz is not reopened.