Leaders from the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, and Egypt met on the sidelines of the G7 summit in Evian-les-Bains to express apprehension regarding a potential agreement between the United States and Iran. These Arab nations fear the deal is being hastily constructed. A key concern centers around a prospective U.S. reliance on Gulf states to finance Iranian investments following years of contributing to pressure against the Iranian regime. The meeting suggests a lack of consultation with regional allies regarding the ongoing negotiations. This potential financial burden comes after these countries supported policies that significantly impacted Iran’s economy. The situation highlights a growing rift between the U.S. and its traditional partners in the Gulf regarding the best approach to Iran.