Gulf nations rethink security as Iran tensions rise

Middle Eastern countries are looking for new protection plans as U.S. bases prove less effective at stopping Iranian aggression.

The situation in the Middle East is changing quickly. Gulf Arab countries are starting to realize that relying on U.S. military bases may not be enough to stop Iran. Because of this, they are looking for other ways to keep themselves safe. Experts say the current conflict is forcing these nations to rethink their security. For a long time, the U.S. military was seen as the main shield for the region. Now, that idea is being questioned. This shift is also hitting the economy. Because of the ongoing war, Gulf states are facing more money troubles. This has created doubts about whether they c…