Trump remains silent as Gulf fears grow: 'They’ve thrown us under the bus'
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Key Points:
- Gulf countries express concern that Iran may exploit the U.S. decision to temporarily halt Operation Freedom Project and not respond to recent Iranian missile launches, fearing Tehran sees an opportunity for further escalation.
- Regional sentiment reflects skepticism about U.S. commitment to Gulf security, with analysts noting that Iran appears ready to break the cease-fire unilaterally while the U.S. shows reluctance to engage militarily.
- Former Trump envoy Jason Greenblatt warns that Iran is testing U.S. limits, making it uncertain how far Tehran will push before provoking a U.S. response amid the president's firm expectations.
- President Trump announced the suspension of Operation Freedom Project, aimed at reopening shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, citing requests from Pakistan and progress toward a potential agreement with Iran.
- Iranian state media framed the U.S. suspension as a retreat, celebrating the perceived failure of the U.S. to achieve its objectives and portraying the move as a victory following Iran's warnings.
