Gulf states to push for a US plan for containing Iran

In the expectation of a nuclear deal in June, the Gulf monarchies are worried about an emboldened, enriched Iran expanding its reach and they are seeking reassurance at this month’s Camp David summit

 The Gulf, with Iran at the top and Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar, the UAE and Oman at the bottom, could be the focus of greater tension if the Gulf states fears about the Iran nuclear deal are realised. Photograph: Nasa/Corbis