Rubio arrives in UAE with aim to head off Gulf Arab unease over tentative Iran deal

Marco Rubio's visit to the UAE marks the start of his mission to quell Gulf Arab nations' worries about a potential Iran deal. These countries, which have faced Iranian retaliation for U.S.-Israeli actions, are particularly uneasy about any agreement that might embolden Iran. Rubio's talks with leaders in the UAE, Kuwait, and Bahrain aim to reassure them that the U.S. will continue to protect their interests amid regional tensions. This diplomatic push underscores the delicate balance the U.S. must maintain to ensure stability in a volatile part of the world.