Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) members and Jordan remain on high alert following a series of Iranian attacks targeting Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, and the United Arab Emirates.
The coalition issued a joint condemnation of the assaults, describing them as a direct threat to regional stability and maritime security.
The ongoing tension underscores the fragility of the security architecture in the Persian Gulf, where shipping routes remain exposed to potential disruption.
The persistent threat has kept risk premiums elevated in regional energy and shipping markets.
Traders are closely monitoring the Strait of Hormuz, where any escalation could trigger immediate repricing in crude oil and freight rates.
The lack of a clear de-escalation path means that volatility is likely to remain embedded in Gulf-linked assets, with investors factoring in the possibility of further kinetic events.