GCC summit with Rubio to press reopening Hormuz navigation
By The BriefBrief
GCC states met US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Manama to discuss the US-Iran framework and steps to reopen Hormuz navigation.
WHO:Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio
WHAT:GCC states held a summit with Rubio to discuss the US-Iran framework deal and concrete steps toward reopening free navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.
WHEN:Jun 26, 2026 at 1:00 AM ET
WHERE:Manama, Bahrain
WHY:They sought concrete steps to reopen free navigation in the Strait of Hormuz under the US-Iran framework deal after Iran weaponised the strait and to maintain unity as peace negotiations progress.
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