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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