The United Arab Emirates and Qatar are working to enlist allies to help convince US President Donald Trump to bring the military operation against Iran to a rapid conclusion, Bloomberg reports, citing “people familiar with the matter.”
They are also worried about their air defenses running out.
The two wealthy Gulf countries, both close US allies that have been hit by Iranian drones and missiles this week, are telling allies that the conflict could spiral out of hand and drive energy prices up for an extended period.
Bloomberg cites a Qatari internal assessment that says if shipping lanes were disrupted by the middle of this week, natural gas prices would rise even more than they did earlier today.
According to the report, the UAE is looking for help with medium-range air defense.
Meanwhile, Qatar reportedly believes its Patriot missile stockpile could be depleted in four days, and is seeking help defending against Iranian drone attacks.
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