Arab States Push Trump to Halt Strikes on Iran’s Energy Infrastructure
Arab governments are reportedly stepping up diplomatic efforts with U.S. President Donald Trump, urging Washington to suspend any planned attacks on Iranian oil refineries and energy storage facilities.
The lobbying effort is reportedly led by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, with Arab leaders concerned that strikes on Iran’s energy infrastructure could trigger Iranian retaliation against oil facilities in Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Qatar, potentially causing major economic disruption across the region.
At the same time, regional militaries, including Jordan and Kuwait, have increased efforts to intercept missiles and drones entering their airspace. The defensive measures are aimed at protecting their territory, civilian populations and U.S. military facilities stationed in the region.
Regional governments are also reportedly working to strengthen maritime security. Saudi Arabia and regional partners are described as forming a 14-country maritime defense alliance intended to support efforts to protect commercial shipping and maintain freedom of navigation around the Strait of Hormuz.
The developments highlight growing concern among U.S. regional partners that further attacks on Iran’s energy infrastructure could trigger a wider regional escalation, threatening energy supplies, commercial shipping and economic stability.