How the Gulf ‘solidarity pact’ may be Iraq’s saving grace

Saudi’s Crown Prince emphasized the decision to rejoin the coalition of Gulf partners reflects growing concern of the “threats” Iran poses to the region.

SAUDI ARABIA’S Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman speaks during the Gulf Cooperation Council’s (GCC) 41st Summit in Al-Ula, earlier this month.

SAUDI ARABIA’S Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman speaks during the Gulf Cooperation Council’s (GCC) 41st Summit in Al-Ula, earlier this month.

(photo credit: BANDAR ALGALOUD / SAUDI ROYAL COURT / REUTERS)

ByMAYA CARLIN

JANUARY 18, 2021 20:40