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Pragmatic choice: Israel’s war backfires as Gulf backs US-Iran deal

Gulf nations are backing a breakthrough agreement between the United States and Iran to end a war. This shift in regional alliances signals a move away from Israel. Some Gulf powers have already begun communicating with Iran.

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Gulf states are now siding with a US-Iran diplomacy effort over Israel's strategy of isolation.

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  1. Gulf States Shift Toward US-Iran Deal Amid Regional Conflict

    Gulf nations are backing a breakthrough agreement between the United States and Iran to end a war. This shift in regional alliances signals a move away from Israel. Some Gulf powers have already begun communicating with Iran.

    What's confirmed:

    • Gulf states have welcomed a breakthrough agreement between the United States and Iran.
    • The US Secretary of State told Gulf Cooperation Council states the Iran deal will ensure their security.
    • A war intended to isolate Iran instead increased Gulf pragmatism and support for diplomacy.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Trump's Gulf allies fear his Iran agreement is a 'disastrous turning point'
    • Gulf states appear skeptical of the Iran deal
    • The Gulf is divided over reconciling with Iran
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