The Gulf does not have to choose Iran or Israel
Al Jazeera · 18 May 2026

The Gulf does not have to choose Iran or Israel

It has to choose stability or permanent war. One of the most dangerous ideas in today’s Middle East is the claim that Gulf states must choose between Iran and Israel. This framing is politically simple, but strategically misleading. It assumes that Gulf security can be reduced to alignment with one


AI Translated Summary:
The article argues that Gulf states should prioritize stability over choosing sides between Iran and Israel, as this binary framing oversimplifies the complex security dynamics in the region. It highlights the dangers of viewing Gulf security through a lens of forced alignment.


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