Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has strongly criticized Iran’s indiscriminate attacks on Gulf Arab nations, calling them an “extremely wrong strategy” that endangers both regional security and Iran’s own interests.
In an interview with TRT News, Fidan said, “Iran's indiscriminate bombing of Arab countries like Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Jordan is, in my opinion, an incredibly wrong strategy.”
He stressed that Iran’s approach is significantly raising risks in the region and could backfire on Tehran itself, signaling Turkey’s concern over escalating tensions in the Middle East.
Gulf states targeted
Iran’s ongoing conflict with the U.S. and Israel has expanded to include attacks on Gulf allies such as Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Qatar. Analysts warn that these strikes could trigger a wider regional war, particularly as Gulf countries hold a critical role in the global energy market.
Reports on Tuesday confirmed Iranian attacks on Qatar’s oil and energy facilities, prompting the state-owned energy company to temporarily halt production of key materials.
While full details of the damage remain unclear, experts warn that continued targeting of energy centers could lead to severe fluctuations in global oil and gas prices.
Rising regional tensions
Turkey’s public criticism comes amid mounting instability in the Middle East. Ankara’s stance highlights that several nations view Iran’s current military strategy as dangerous, posing challenges not only to regional peace but also to international economic stability.
