Why Arab states are terrified of US war with Iran
Responsible Statecraft • • world
Key Points:
- U.S. military preparations for a potential attack on Iran are extensive, with over 108 air tankers deployed to the CENTCOM region, signaling an imminent and possibly prolonged operation.
- Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states, hosting U.S. bases and vulnerable to Iranian retaliation, fear escalation could lead to regional chaos, economic disruption, and empower radical elements, prompting intense diplomatic efforts to avert conflict.
- Iran’s capability to strike Gulf countries' infrastructure, as demonstrated in past attacks on Saudi oil facilities, poses a direct threat, while the possibility of Iran blocking the Strait of Hormuz could severely impact global oil markets and inflation.
- A U.S. attack risks pushing Iran toward nuclear weaponization, destabilizing the region further and potentially triggering
