A Cycle of Escalation: The Gulf's Endless Conflict The past week has seen a familiar pattern repeat itself in the Middle East: tit for tat attacks between Iran and its regional foes, including the United States and Saudi Arabia.
This latest cycle of escalation is merely the latest manifestation of a deeper problem – one that threatens not just the stability of the region but also the global economy.
One striking aspect of this ongoing conflict is the seemingly endless supply of military hardware being funneled into the region by external powers.