The Fiscal Times
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The article discusses shifting security dynamics in the Gulf region amid increased tensions with Iran and questions about U.S. commitments. Despite previous US support, Gulf states remain skeptical about Washington’s willingness to confront Iran, especially as the US and Israel launch a war against Tehran. Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s regional trip aims to reassure Gulf countries, but their concerns about the Iran-US agreement, including Iran’s oversight of the Strait of Hormuz and missile programs, persist. Gulf states are reassessing their reliance on the US, exploring regional diplomacy and diversifying military sources, while contemplating a future where they might need to curb Iran independently.
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