Iran war pulling some Gulf states toward Israel, while pushing others away
The ongoing Iran war is influencing the diplomatic dynamics of Gulf states, with some moving closer to Israel. The UAE is experiencing unprecedented cooperation with Israel, while Saudi Arabia is seeking alternative strategies to counter Tehran. This shift highlights the complex geopolitical landscape in the region.
- ▪The UAE and Israel are forming unprecedented cooperation due to the Iran war.
- ▪Saudi Arabia is looking for ways to counter Tehran without strengthening ties with Israel.
- ▪The situation reflects the evolving diplomatic relationships among Gulf states.
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| Original publisher | The Jerusalem Post | JPost.com |
| Canonical URL | https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-896875 |
| Publication time | Thu, 21 May 2026 11:24:58 GMT |
| Retrieval time | 2026-05-21T08:41:10.328Z |
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Iran war pulling some Gulf states toward Israel, while pushing others awayDIPLOMATIC AFFAIRS: The Iran war is pushing the UAE and Israel into unprecedented cooperation, while Saudi Arabia looks elsewhere to counter Tehran without empowering Jerusalem.Follow us on GoogleUS President Donald Trump attends a GCC summit photo session in Riyadh, alongside Qatari, Saudi, and Bahraini leaders, May 2025.(photo credit: BRIAN SNYDER/REUTERS)
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