UAE exits OPEC amid escalating Iran conflict after 61 days

US President Donald Trump has stated that Iran is currently experiencing a “state of collapse”. He made this assertion during a recent meeting with Gulf leaders in Saudi Arabia. The US president also emphasized the need for a swift lifting of the US blockade on Iran.

In the same gathering, Gulf leaders have called on Iran to rebuild trust in the region following a series of “treacherous” attacks. These incidents have led to increased tensions between Iran and its neighbors.

Separately, Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon have resulted in the deaths of three emergency workers. The Lebanese President, Joseph Aoun, has described these events as a “war crime”.

Details of the incident involving the Israeli strikes are as follows: Three emergency responders were killed in an attack in southern Lebanon. This event has sparked concerns about the safety of civilians in the region.

The situation in Iran and the ongoing tensions between Iran and its neighbors will continue to be monitored by regional leaders and international observers.

Source: Al Jazeera