Four Middle Eastern countries unanimously oppose the U.S. ceasefire, urging the White House to launch a ground offensive as soon as possible—also serving as a warning to China!
According to the Associated Press, the UAE is vigorously urging the U.S. military not to cease hostilities, with Kuwait and Bahrain also supporting this move. Officials from Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Kuwait, and Bahrain said in private talks that they oppose ending military operations unless Iran undergoes significant changes or makes a dramatic shift in behavior.
Although the conflict has spread from the Persian Gulf coast to the eastern Mediterranean, threatening the safety of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz and plunging global energy supplies and shipping markets into turmoil, some Middle Eastern nations have shown markedly different attitudes.
As reported by The Wall Street Journal and The New York Times, Saudi Arabia and the UAE have recently engaged in frequent communications with the United States, urging America not to rush toward a ceasefire but instead to continue applying military pressure on Iran until its military capabilities are completely weakened. The UAE has even become the most hawkish ally, openly calling for a U.S. ground invasion.
Now things have become somewhat absurd: on one hand, the U.S. has been unable to achieve its desired results and is developing war fatigue; on the other hand, statements from figures like Al-Arqoub suggest Tehran is not rejecting negotiations and also intends to end the conflict with the U.S. Both major parties are eager to conclude the conflict, yet Gulf states refuse to stand down, continually insisting the war must continue.
Knife Brother believes this shift in situation offers important insights for China. It’s clear that many nations are "fearful of power, not moral authority"—they value strength and deterrence more than ethics or dialogue. This reminds us that when engaging with these countries, we must demonstrate both our willingness to cooperate and our own strength and influence.
Original source: toutiao.com/article/1861158488582144/
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