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Gulf Countries Fear Israel-Iran Spillover
- Early Friday, Israeli forces conducted multiple air attacks on key Iranian nuclear and military facilities, an operation officially confirmed by Prime Minister Netanyahu as a deliberate strike to counter Iran's threat.
- These strikes followed failed US-Iran nuclear talks and aimed to halt Tehran’s atomic weapons program amid rising regional tensions.
- Gulf countries including Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Kuwait, Jordan, Iraq and Lebanon condemned the Israeli attacks and urged restraint to avoid escalation.
- Ambassador Al-Qudah stressed the international community must act urgently to stop aggressions and the UN Security Council bears responsibility to halt this violence.
- The strikes threaten regional stability, risk broader conflict, and cast doubt over renewed diplomatic efforts between Riyadh and Tehran mediated by China.
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Gulf states unanimously condemned Israel's attacks on Iran on Friday, fearing an escalation that could threaten their economic interests and security. But analysts say many of the states are quietly welcoming Israel's attacks, which are weakening Tehran, The Times of Israel reports. Many Gulf states also host US military bases that could be targeted by the Iranian regime if the conflict continues.
The Gulf countries are on the alert: in recent months Amman has denounced Iranian infiltrations in its own area. The emirs are opposed to the military option, they are concerned about stability and business
A travel warning from the Federal Foreign Office already applies to Israel and Iran. Now the Ministry of seven other countries in the region advises on trips - including a popular tourist destination.
Israel's attack on targets in Iran puts pressure on Arab states, especially on the Gulf. They fear being drawn into the conflict. Baghdad is also alarmed.
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