Washington, Aug. 3 -- The United Arab Emirates (UAE) urged US President Donald Trump to take more decisive action against Iran, while Saudi Arabia pressed for diplomacy to ease regional tensions, The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported on Sunday, August 2, citing senior Gulf officials familiar with the discussions.

According to the newspaper, Emirati officials argued that Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) was unlikely to compromise unless Washington escalated military pressure. They reportedly advocated taking control of the Strait of Hormuz and suggested that ground operations could also be considered if required.

Saudi Arabia, however, urged Trump to abandon planned strikes and instead pursue negotiations with Tehran. Cro...