The US-Israel war on Iran is now in its fourth week, with Gulf Cooperation Council states urging de-escalation as the conflict spills across the region with daily missile and drone attacks. Qatar's foreign ministry spokesman condemned the strikes as "outrageous" and a "betrayal," insisting attacks on Qatari territory must stop before any negotiations with Iran can be considered. He detailed attacks on civilian infrastructure, including Hamad International Airport, LNG facilities in Ras Laffan, the Mesaieed industrial zone, and residential areas—forcing evacuations. Despite the pleas, two more missile attacks were intercepted in Qatar shortly after the press conference. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Tehran has not asked for a ceasefire and is not considering negotiations, fearing any pause would only allow adversaries to regroup and attack again. He insisted the Strait of Hormuz is "open" except to Iran's "enemies" and those who have carried out "unjust aggression." Iran maintains it is at war with US bases in the region, not Gulf countries, but warns of retaliation against any state that facilitates attacks on its territory. Gulf states warn the disruption of the Strait of Hormuz is choking oil and gas exports, threatening both regional economies and global energy supplies.
