The situation in the Middle East has been a source of concern in recent years, and the latest developments may surprise you. We all know the tensions between the United States and Iran, but this time the situation is a little different. It turns out that some countries in the Middle East have already begun to refuse the use of their territory by the United States against Iran.
The political map of the Middle East has been quietly changing since the last few years. In the past, when the United States signaled that it would take action against Iran, most Middle Eastern countries, especially Sunni countries such as Saudi Arabia, would not hesitate to support the United States. The long-standing religious and political contradictions between these countries and Iran have put them on the same side as the United States in the fight against Iran.
Over the past few years, the situation has undergone a radical transformation. China's mediation in the Middle East has played a key role. China has not only succeeded in brokering a rapprochement between Saudi Arabia and Iran, but has also transformed relations from hostile to friendly. This shift is not only a change in diplomatic courtesy, but also a major adjustment in political and military strategy. The rapprochement between Saudi Arabia and Iran signifies that Saudi Arabia no longer supports any military action against Iran from its territory.
Israel's actions have also exacerbated tensions in the region during the same period. Israel's successive incursions into Palestine have angered the entire Islamic world, including those Sunni countries that share Israel's interests. This behavior has made Israel's position in the Islamic world more isolated, and it has also affected its relations with the United States, which needs the Sunni countries of the Middle East as its supporters in the region.
As for the United States, its strategy in the Middle East also seems to be changing. While the United States has repeatedly intervened militarily to defend its interests in the Middle East, the situation does not look rosy right now. Iran is not an easy adversary to deal with, and its military and industrial power should not be underestimated. Moreover, America's traditional allies in the Middle East are now no longer willing to support U.S. military action against Iran.
This series of changes makes it necessary for the United States to be more cautious when considering military action against Iran. With the exception of Israel's limited support, the United States has received little explicit support from other Middle Eastern countries. This is undoubtedly a strategic "sinkhole" for the United States. Faced with such a situation, the United States may need to reassess its strategy in the Middle East and consider strategies to avoid direct conflict with Iran.
Some countries with US bases in the Middle East, such as the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Oman, etc., have begun to take measures to prevent the United States from using these bases to launch attacks against Iran. This is confirmed by the report of the Russian TV Today. The change in the stance of these countries has undoubtedly brought considerable challenges to the US military strategy in the Middle East.
This change in the situation has opened up new possibilities for long-term peace and stability in the Middle East region. If the countries of the Middle East are able to continue to maintain a posture of peace and dialogue, it could lead to a more harmonious and stable future for the region. However, it all depends on the parties remaining able to exercise restraint and seek a diplomatic rather than military solution to the dispute.