US in 'panic' at prospect of Gulf States going it alone, analyst says
Summary
The United States is concerned that Gulf countries might create their own security plans without Washington, which could weaken current agreements like the Abraham Accords. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has assured Gulf allies that the U.S. will protect their interests while negotiating peace talks with Iran.Key Facts
- Secretary of State Marco Rubio promised the U.S. will protect Gulf countries' interests.
- The U.S. is negotiating a settlement to the Middle East conflict with Iran.
- An analyst said the White House is in "panic" over Gulf states possibly forming an independent security alliance.
- This independent alliance could weaken the Abraham Accords, which are peace agreements involving Israel and some Arab countries.
- The discussion took place during an interview on FRANCE 24.
- Gulf countries’ move might change the current balance of power in the Middle East.
- The analyst who commented is Borzou Daraghai, an independent journalist.
- Iran-U.S. technical talks are planned in Switzerland by the end of June 2026.
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