UAE Advisor Says 50-50 Chance of U.S.-Iran Deal on Strait of Hormuz

UAE presidential advisor Anwar Gargash said there is a 50-50 chance the United States and Iran will reach a deal that reopens the Strait of Hormuz. The statement was made as both sides continue mediated talks aimed at ending the current conflict. Iranian media reported that the two countries are exchanging messages and draft proposals to establish a formal framework for an agreement.

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Secretary of State Marco Rubio said there were some good signs for a possible breakthrough. President Donald Trump warned that Washington could take very drastic action if Iran refuses to give up its uranium stockpiles. Pakistani officials have been engaged in intense mediation activity between the two countries, according to Al Jazeera's correspondent in Tehran.

Rutte said the alliance is reducing reliance on a single ally while European countries increase defense spending. He noted European allies have been helpful in the Strait of Hormuz. -Israeli war on Iran has changed relations between Gulf countries. He said the UAE has carried out attacks on Iran while Qatar and Oman have maintained relatively positive relations with Iran.