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Iran’s Role in Inclusive Gulf Security: Dr. Taheri’s Article in Ettelaat

In an article published by Ettelaat on 3 November 2026 (12 Aban 1405), Dr. Mohammad Taheri discusses a speech by Oman’s Foreign Minister, Badr Albusaidi, on the future of Gulf security. In his 26 October 2026 lecture at Girton College, University of Cambridge, Albusaidi said lasting security in the region requires Iran’s participation.

Oman’s proposal for inclusive Gulf security

Oman’s foreign minister called for a security framework involving all eight Gulf states: the six members of the Gulf Cooperation Council, Iraq, and Iran. He said regional countries should take primary responsibility for their own security and begin a new dialogue on Gulf security.

Albusaidi proposed a non-aggression pact among the eight states as a goal for an inclusive regional security structure. He said external partnerships could continue, while their role in the Gulf’s security arrangements should no longer be primary.

Iran’s place in regional security arrangements

In the Omani foreign minister’s speech, excluding Iran from regional security arrangements was described as a source of instability. Under this proposal, any lasting framework for Gulf security would need to include Iran.

Dr. Taheri presents the speech as an important position on the future of regional security, raised amid concern over security in the Strait of Hormuz and recent military developments.

Regional dialogue and the Strait of Hormuz

Albusaidi’s lecture called for dialogue among regional countries and a shared approach to security issues, including maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz. He argued that regional security should be shaped by the coastal states through shared responsibility.