Iran-GCC summit: What’s behind the meeting, why is Bahrain not attending?
- Posted on September 13, 2026
- By Al Jazeera
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Iran is initiating diplomatic discussions with Iraq and Gulf Cooperation Council nations in Oman to establish collaborative security frameworks across the Middle East. This strategic summit aims to foster regional stability through multilateral dialogue, though notably Bahrain's absence raises questions about diplomatic divisions within the GCC. The talks represent a significant effort to build consensus on shared security challenges and reduce geopolitical tensions in the volatile Persian Gulf region.
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