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Arab Gulf States Respond to Iranian Attacks

The Warcast
Kristin Smith Diwan and Kerry Anderson
May 14, 2026

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Episode Notes:

After the United States and Israel began strikes against Iran on Feb. 28, Iran quickly retaliated with strikes that included targets in Arab Gulf states. Recent media reports suggest that the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia secretly responded with direct attacks on Iran. Furthermore, since a ceasefire between the United States and Iran began on April 8, Iran has continued drone and missile attacks against Gulf countries. Kerry talks with Kristin Smith Diwan about these developments and their implications for Gulf security.

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