#US-Iran 1 week ago Trump to meet Gulf leaders at UN as Iran war enters possible new phase The six Gulf states involved are Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait and Oman. By Merzsam Singkee
Middle-East Aug 19, 2026 Oil rises as Iran adopts tougher military stance, putting Strait of Hormuz back in focus Oil prices rose on Tuesday after Iran said it would shift to a "fully offensive" military posture and the US ruled out extending a ceasefire agreement, with Strait of Hormuz tanker traffic falling to near zero By Merzsam Singkee