The ministers of the Gulf Cooperation Council and the U.S. Secretary of State issued a joint statement emphasizing the need to confront Iranian threats, including ballistic missiles, drones, and support for proxy forces, to achieve regional peace and security. The statement also stressed the importance of free navigation through the Strait of Hormuz and outlined conditions for future trade and investment with Iran, contingent upon Iran's adherence to international agreements and cessation of destabilizing behaviors.
