Ongoing peace negotiations between Iran and the US are diverting attention from other dangers posed by Tehran, including its ballistic missile initiatives and backing of regional proxies that endanger the Gulf, a Middle East expert stated.
“We’re not discussing limits on ballistic missiles… (or) Iran reducing its backing, or eliminating its proxies in the area,” stated Firas Maksad from the Eurasia Group, a political consulting firm.
“Those matters will be addressed by the nations of the (Gulf) region,” he stated to Xenix News Becky Anderson during Connect the World.
His remarks followed US President Donald Trump’s dismissal of Iran’s recent peace offer on Wednesday due to its stance on uranium enrichment and nuclear capabilities.
Tehran is anticipated to present an updated proposal in the next few days.
Iran-supported Houthi militants are among various proxies operating in the Middle East; they have attacked vessels passing through the Red Sea and targeted Saudi Arabia and Israel.