Gulf states seek to balance diplomacy with deterrence policies as Iran war threatens region

Israeli and US actions against Iran, including strikes on key facilities such as Kharg Island, which hosts a large portion of Iran’s oil exports, have widened the confrontation.

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Jerusalem Post: Gulf states seek to balance diplomacy with deterrence policies as Iran war threatens region.

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Gulf states seek to balance diplomacy with deterrence policies as Iran war threatens region

Jerusalem Post •published Mar 20, 2026, 1:35 PM UTC •fetched Mar 20, 2026, 11:37 AM UTC