US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is pressing Gulf allies to stand behind President Donald Trump's agreement with Iran to end their recent conflict, as questions persist over key elements of the accord and its long-term viability.
Rubio's diplomatic tour of the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, and Bahrain aims to secure regional backing for the deal, which seeks to de-escalate tensions that have disrupted shipping and energy flows in the region.
The push for regional consensus comes as markets continue to price in the risks associated with the Strait of Hormuz.
While the interim deal has helped lift the immediate threat of a war-time chokepoint, uncertainty over transit rules and enforcement remains a key driver of volatility in oil and natural gas prices.
Traders are watching for signals that the diplomatic framework will hold, as any setback could reignite supply concerns.
Rubio's efforts to reassure allies are critical to the deal's success.