A Lebanese analyst says Israel cannot put up with a possible rapprochement between Iran and Bahrain as such a development will hamper the establishment of a military base by the occupying entity in the Persian Gulf Arab country.

The reopening of Iranian diplomatic missions in Saudi Arabia gives a "signal of peace and cooperation" to the region and the world, says a foreign affairs analyst and a seasoned diplomat.

The United Arab Emirates has rejected the “mischaracterization” of the country’s talks with Washington over Persian Gulf security.

The head of Russia’s Foreign Intelligence Service says the US and the UK should leave Iran alone and mind their own business.

The expanding diplomacy in the region has proved Washington’s efforts to isolate Syria and Iran ineffective.

Iran's top diplomat says a new ambassador to Riyadh will soon be appointed.

The top security official will be visiting the UAE on Thursday for talks with top Emirati officials.