US in a 'panic' at prospect of Gulf states going it alone, analyst says

The US appears increasingly anxious about Gulf states potentially forming their own security arrangements, fearing this could undermine American influence in the Middle East. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has reassured Gulf allies of US protection as the US negotiates a Middle East settlement with Iran. Analyst Borzou Daragahi suggests the White House is in a state of "panic" over these developments, highlighting a significant shift that could alter regional dynamics and challenge US strategic dominance. This situation underscores the broader implications for global power balances and the future of US-Middle East relations.