The Iran GCC Summit: A Complex Web of Interests and Rivalries The diplomatic dance between Iran and its Gulf neighbors continues, with a proposed meeting in Oman to discuss the contentious issue of safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
On the surface, this seems like a pragmatic move towards de escalation, but scratch beneath the surface and you'll find a complex web of interests and rivalries that threaten to upend any potential agreement.
Bahrain's decision not to attend the meeting is particularly noteworthy.