Could the Gulf States Defend Themselves Without America?
Simon Whistler · May 5, 2026 · 21 min video · Middle East
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What this episode covers
The Gulf states' reliance on American security guarantees has been tested by Iran's aggression. Can they defend themselves without US support?
Chapters
- 2026 Crisis Shatters Gulf Security IllusionsIn the free preview
- Gulf Militaries Were Vanity ProjectsIn the free preview
- Gulf Scrambles to Rebuild Air DefensesInsiders
- Reforming Gulf Forces and DeterrenceInsiders
From the transcript
For the all rich nations of the Persian Gulf, the events of 2026 have been a
Rude awakening.
Glitzy petro-states like Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates have
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