Pakistan, June 26 -- Iran has accused the United States of making the Gulf region less secure through its military presence. Tehran also rejected a joint statement issued by the United States and the Gulf Cooperation Council. The remarks reflect continuing tensions over regional security and maritime stability.

In a statement, Iran's Foreign Ministry described the joint US-GCC declaration as interventionist, irresponsible, and provocative. The ministry said the statement ignored regional realities and undermined efforts to promote peace. It also criticized Washington's security policies in the Gulf.

Tehran argued that the continued deployment of US forces has created insecurity and division across the region. Iranian officials maintaine...