Gulf States Reassess U.S. Base Hosting Amid Iran War Risks

The article questions whether hosting U.S. military bases in the Gulf provides adequate protection against Iranian retaliation, especially after the sudden withdrawal of U.S. B-1 bombers. This reflects a potential shift in Gulf states' strategic calculus, though the piece is analytical rather than reporting a specific new event. The uncertainty lies in whether this reassessment will translate into policy changes.