In a conversation with the Emir of Qatar, President Rouhani noted that “Iran closely monitors and pursues the U.S.’s activities, but will never initiate any conflict or tension in the region”. Speaking with his Chinese counterpart two days later, President Rouhani indicated that “for Iran, the security of the region and waterways is important, but unfortunately, the dangerous behaviour of the U.S. may disrupt the stability of the Persian Gulf region”.