Rubio's Gulf Tour Prepares Public Support for Iran Nuclear Talks

Secretary of State Marco Rubio visited the UAE, Kuwait, and Bahrain in late June 2026, securing public endorsement from Gulf allies for a potential Iran nuclear deal. Unlike the Obama administration's private approach in 2015, the Trump administration is building a visible record of allied backing. This paper trail shields the U.S. from claims of acting alone—critics cannot credibly say Washington negotiated in secret when Gulf capitals are openly on record in support.