New Delhi, March 20 -- The ongoing tensions in the Gulf and the wider Middle East have prompted significant shifts in military and diplomatic strategies, Foreign expert Robinder Sachdev said.

In a detailed commentary, Sachdev highlighted the evolving role of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, US involvement, and Israel's stance amid rising concerns over Iran.

"Armed sales by the United States to the Gulf countries is but logical, the Gulf countries do need weapons to save themselves," Sachdev said, emphasising the defensive rationale behind arms deals. However, he noted the broader implications, stating, "But it again, reinforces the narrative that when wars are created, it's the defence industrial complex which benefits and ...