Israel's attack on Qatar eviscerates promise of US security umbrella for Gulf

An Israeli attack on Qatar threatens to unravel the decades-old foundation of US power in the Gulf, which has been based on its role as a reliable security guarantor. While neighboring countries experienced war, wealthy Gulf states developed under the protection of a US military presence and diplomatic agreements. This attack challenges the established order, particularly since the US has been attempting to align Israel and the Arab Gulf against Iran. The event calls into question the dependability of the American security umbrella that has long stabilized the region.