Gulf states unite to respond to Israel’s attack on Qatar

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Gulf states unite to respond to Israel’s attack on Qatar, but find few options
For decades, wealthy Gulf Arab states cast themselves as oases of stability in a region mired in conflict, building gleaming capitals with fast-growing economies powered by by millions of foreign workers drawn to economic opportunity and a tax-free lifestyle.

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Gulf Powers Question U.S. Protection After Israeli Attack on Qatari Soil
Gulf countries question value of U.S. protection after Israeli attack
Qatar bombing tests the limits of the Trump-Netanyahu alliance
Israel's surprise attack on Tuesday against Hamas leaders in Doha has jolted that relationship, angering Trump and drawing fierce condemnation from Doha and Western allies.

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Qatar's Premier Accuses Israel of Not Caring About Hostages but Vows to Keep Pressing for Peace
Trump to meet Qatari prime minister after Israeli attack in Doha
U.S. Joins U.N. Security Council’s Criticism of Israeli Strike in Qatar
“Unilaterally bombing inside Qatar, a Sovereign Nation and close Ally of the United States, that is working very hard and bravely taking risks with us to broker Peace, does not advance Israel or Amer...

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Qatar’s premier says Netanyahu ‘killed any hope’ of Gaza hostages’ release with Doha strike
Netanyahu gambled by targeting Hamas leaders in Qatar. It appears to have backfired

Israeli strike in Qatar shakes decades-long U.S. security pact with Gulf states

The Israeli airstrike on Hamas offices in Doha killed six, enraging Qatar and sparking regional condemnation. Persian Gulf leaders say the attack exposes limits of U.S. security guarantees in the region.

Israeli attack on Hamas leaders in quiet Qatar shocks Gulf allies and tests US ties

The tiny, gas-rich Gulf Arab state of Qatar hosts the biggest U.S. military base in the Middle East. It has been designated a U.S. “major non-NATO ally.” It has even lavished a $400 million jumbo jet on President Donald Trump for use as Air Force One.

Israel’s strike on Qatar has infuriated Arab leaders. That bodes ill for Trump’s Mideast priorities

Just a few months ago, the rulers of Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Qatar welcomed President Donald Trump to their palaces with camel parades and pomp.

UAE president's Gulf tour seeks coordination after Israeli attack in Doha, adviser says

DUBAI (Reuters) -United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan's tour of Gulf countries is aimed at coordinating positions after Tuesday's Israeli attack on Hamas leaders in Doha,
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Trump mulls renaming Persian Gulf as Gulf of Arabia

President Trump said Wednesday he’s considering trying to change the name of the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Arabia or the Arabian Gulf. Trump said he’s going to make a final decision on the issue after a briefing by advisers and before leaving on a ...

Israeli strike in Doha crosses a new line from which relations with Gulf may not recover

Gulf nations were already becoming anxious about Israel’s apparently unconstrained regional activities. Now, a one-time thaw in relations may revert to a deep freeze.
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Trump to announce US will call the Persian Gulf the Arabian Gulf, officials say

President Donald Trump wants the US to call the Persian Gulf the Arabian Gulf. Trump is set to announce this news during a trip to Saudi Arabia next week. The Persian Gulf has held this name since the 16th century. President Donald Trump is set to announce ...

Gulf markets mixed as investors weigh Israel’s attack on Qatar, US rate cut hopes

Gulf equities were mixed in early trade on Thursday, reflecting cautious sentiment but no signs of broad risk-off positioning after Israel's strike in Qatar as traders appeared to price the event as a one-off.
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