Rubio faces tough task of selling Iran reset to wary Gulf allies

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is on a challenging diplomatic mission to convince Gulf Arab leaders of the merits of Washington's proposed Iran peace deal, despite their concerns that it will bolster Tehran's influence and alter the region's security dynamics and oil market. These Gulf allies are wary of any move they perceive as giving Iran too much power, fearing it could destabilize the area. This push is crucial as it underscores the broader geopolitical stakes surrounding Iran's regional role and the U.S.'s strategy to manage it.