Gulf States Weigh Options As Iran‑US‑Israel Conflict Escalates

Gulf States Weigh Options As Iran‑US‑Israel Conflict Escalates

Gulf Arab states are hesitant to join the escalating Iran‑U.S.‑Israel war despite growing threats to their security and energy infrastructure. They’ve mostly taken defensive measures while depleting interceptors against Iranian drone and missile attacks. Leaders fear deeper involvement could destabilise the region and their economies, even as pressure rises.