Gulf states are stuck between war and peace as the Strait of Hormuz blockade slashes energy exports and forces costly infrastructure repairs. Stalled US-Iran talks are putting economic recovery and diversification plans at risk, while analysts say the region struggles to shape Washington’s decisions. Reports of unpaid leave and salary cuts add pressure as about half of Gulf countries forecast contraction.
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