Iran’s Relations with the Arab States of the Gulf

Common Interests over Historic Rivalry

Edited by Maaike Warnaar Edited by Luciano Zaccara Edited by Paul Aarts

Book cover: Iran’s Relations with the Arab States of the Gulf

Extent: 186 pages

Publisher: Gerlach Press

Subjects: Islamic & Middle Eastern Studies, Social Sciences 

Language: English

Hardback (Published)

(July 2016)

ISBN: 9783959940047

Price: $117.00

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GCC-Iran relations are at the heart of political dynamics in the Middle East today. This volume traces the origins of the troubled relations between Iran and the majority of the Gulf Cooperation Council monarchies. It discusses not only geostrategic rivalries, but also matters of identity which have been of increased importance since


GCC-Iran relations are at the heart of important political dynamics in the Middle East today. This is not limited to the ongoing disputes in the Gulf, one of the most important strategic locations globally. Iran and the GCC states also find themselves on opposing sides in the Syrian and to some extent the Iraqi conflicts. This volume traces the origins of the troubled relations between Iran and the majority of the GCC monarchies. It discusses not only geostrategic rivalries, but also matters of identity which have been of increased importance since 2010. While important differences are noticeable among the GCC monarchies in regard to their willingness to engage Iran, the difficult relationship between Saudi Arabia and Iran puts a strain on the possibilities for engagement between Iran and the GCC as a whole.

  • Edited by Maaike Warnaar
  • Edited by Luciano Zaccara
  • Edited by Paul Aarts