Khamenei’s no-holds-barred speech shakes Gulf, UAE advisor presses US to strike big deal with Iran

A major voice from the Gulf is calling for a reset. At the World Government Summit in Dubai, UAE Presidential adviser Anwar Gargash pushed for direct US-Iran talks, warning the region cannot afford more confrontation. He also shut down rumors about the UAE taking control of Gaza, while outlining a broader regional vision involving diplomacy, aid, and multilateral cooperation. With tensions simmering over Iran, Gaza’s future, and great-power rivalry, his remarks hint at quiet shifts behind the scenes. Is a new Middle East deal in the making?