Rubio Seeks to Reassure Persian Gulf Allies on Iran Deal

US official Marco Rubio is set to embark on a diplomatic tour of the Persian Gulf. He will hold meetings with leaders in Abu Dhabi, Kuwait and Bahrain. The visits follow Iranian attacks that struck those nations during the war. Rubio's agenda is to reassure allies about the Iran nuclear agreement. He will discuss regional security concerns and the impact of the attacks. The trip occurs amid heightened tensions between Iran and Gulf states. US officials hope the outreach will deepen cooperation and deter further aggression. Analysts will watch for any shift in the partners' stance on the Iran deal.