GCC-US Power Moves

Boots on Sand - The US Military Bases in the Gulf


Episode Summary

Why does the US have a military presence in every Gulf country? In this episode, we break down the strategic logic behind the American military footprint in the GCC, what’s really being traded behind the scenes, and how the Gulf states are using these bases for leverage beyond defense.

Episode Notes

Why does the US have a military presence in every Gulf country? In this episode, we break down the strategic logic behind the American military footprint in the GCC, what’s really being traded behind the scenes, and how the Gulf states are using these bases for leverage beyond defense.

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Episode produced by Miret Padovani. Music licensed via Artlist: “Mau Mau – instrumental version,” La Nata. Connect on LinkedIn