Published Aug 25, 2026, 10:00 AM ET · Updated 3 months ago · 1 source

Shattered US guardian role in Gulf implies higher future risk premiums

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The long-held belief that the United States is the guardian of the Gulf has been shattered, leading to an expectation of higher risk premiums for Gulf governments in the future, which, combined with Iran's persistent desire for regional dominance and diminished energy market buffers, suggests enduring tension and vulnerability to future disruptions.