Gulf Countries Caught in Crossfire Between US and Iran The latest round of hostilities between the United States and Iran has brought the entire Middle East to the brink, but some countries are more at risk than others.
Bahrain, with its strategic location and sectarian tensions, is particularly vulnerable due to hosting a major US Navy base.
The recent strikes by Iran on US military sites in Bahrain and Kuwait highlight the precarious position of Gulf countries caught in the middle.