EU Chief Races to Gulf as Iran Tensions Threaten Global Oil Passage

New EU Council President Antonio Costa has urgently begun talks with Gulf Arab states. The focus is rising tensions with Iran and regional security. Costa stated the European Union is committed to working with regional partners. The key goal is to restore safe and free navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. This narrow sea passage is a critical global oil route. Recent threats and attacks linked to Iran have raised fears of disruption. Such an event could impact energy supplies and prices worldwide. The talks aim to coordinate diplomatic efforts to lower tensions. The EU seeks to prevent further escalation that could threaten trade.