An article explores the complex dynamics between Persian Gulf monarchies, the influence of US hegemony, and the limitations of Muslim solidarity concerning Iran.

Despite their historical animosity towards Israel, Gulf monarchies may find themselves reliant on strategic cooperation with the Jewish state after the ongoing war to ensure their own future security.

Before the U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran, one of the main objectives of the Gulf states was to find a way to prevent a regional war. The Gulf monarchies were well aware that in the...

Monarchies in the Gulf, including Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates, are increasingly concerned about the potential extension of the war against Iran and are actively seeking to avoid military intervention.

Iran's reprisals against the territories of various Gulf monarchies expose the failure of recent efforts to appease Iran and highlight the limits of the American security umbrella.

The Islamic Republic, which fired almost as many missiles at its Arab neighbors as at Israel on Saturday, seeks to pressure these close allies of the United States.

The ongoing conflict involving Iran has shaken certainties in the Gulf region, forcing wealthy monarchies to confront difficult realities.

Ukraine is emerging as a crucial ally for Gulf monarchies in their efforts to counter Iranian drones, a role that could potentially contribute to opening the Strait of Hormuz.

U.S.-Iran live updates: The conflict could escalate on Monday with Gulf monarchies threatening to retaliate