The ongoing US-Israeli war on Iran is expected to have long-term political and economic consequences for Gulf countries, according to regional analysts, reports Al Jazeera.
Zeidon Alkinani, director of the Arab Perspectives Institute, said the conflict could significantly alter regional alliances and security strategies across the Gulf and wider Middle East.
Speaking to the media, Alkinani noted that Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries had recently been improving ties with Iran despite years of tensions and disagreements. However, he warned that much of that diplomatic progress could now be reversed.
He said Iran may increasingly view neighbouring Gulf states as being linked to broader US influence and interests in the conflict, potentially affecting regional trust and cooperation.
According to Alkinani, recent developments are likely to push several Arab countries to reassess their international partnerships and security priorities. He added that some states may strengthen military capabilities and invest more heavily in defence to protect their economies and national security from future regional instability.
The analyst believes the conflict could trigger a broader geopolitical realignment across the Middle East and North Africa in the years ahead.
Bd-pratidin English/TR
