Shock of Iran war unites Middle East rivals in pushing Trump towards peace
The Iran war has prompted Middle Eastern rivals to unite in support of a peace deal, influencing the Trump administration to consider an agreement despite opposition from Israel. The region is adapting to a perceived decline in US influence following its failure to decisively counter Iran. Key Muslim-majority nations are now advocating for negotiations to end the conflict and address Iran's nuclear program.
- ▪The shock of the Iran war has led to a diplomatic push for peace among Middle Eastern countries.
- ▪The Trump administration is facing pressure from a coalition of Muslim-majority nations to accept a tentative agreement with Iran.
- ▪The United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia have shifted their stance to support the peace deal after initially advocating for military action.
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Smoke rises above Jebel Ali port in Dubai on 1 March. Experts say the Gulf was shocked at the extent to which the US protected Israel first against Iranian attacks. Photograph: EPAView image in fullscreenSmoke rises above Jebel Ali port in Dubai on 1 March. Experts say the Gulf was shocked at the extent to which the US protected Israel first against Iranian attacks. Photograph: EPAUS-Israel war on IranAnalysisShock of Iran war unites Middle East rivals in pushing Trump towards peaceSaeed Shah in IslamabadRegion adapting to diminished US power after Washington fails to land knockout blow on Tehran or safeguard allies Middle East crisis – live updates Mon 25 May 2026 09.06 EDTLast modified on Mon 25 May 2026 09.19 EDTShareThe shock of the Iran war and its fallout has driven rivals in the…
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