Daily brief
Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and other Gulf Cooperation Council states have strongly condemned Iran for missile and drone attacks on targets in Oman and the UAE. The UAE has closed its embassy in Tehran and recalled its ambassador, while Saudi Arabia summoned Iran's envoy. GCC foreign ministers affirmed their right to respond to any aggression.
Italy's defense minister faces calls to resign over a trip to Dubai during the ongoing conflict (ongoing coverage).
Mediators including Oman, Jordan, and Egypt are engaged in diplomatic calls to urge de-escalation and a ceasefire.
Bangladesh condemned violations of sovereignty in the Gulf states, and Pakistan temporarily suspended consular services at its missions in the UAE.
The UAE's president and President Donald Trump held a call to discuss regional security.