Why a GCC-Iraq Power Sharing Agreement Intimidates Iran

Closeup of Ruffled Gulf Cooperation Council Flag, GCC Flag Blowing in Wind
Originally published by The National Interest
The restructuring of alliances in the Middle East does not bode well for Tehran’s regional agenda.
On February 1, Iraqi President Barham Salih joined the secretary-general of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) in Baghdad to discuss joint economic, security, and regional concerns. Secretary-General Nayef Falah al-Hajraf confirmed the GCC’s pledge to support Iraq in its fight against terrorism and its commitment to achieving political stability and sovereignty. Iraqi Prime Minister Mustafa al-Kadhimi also met with the GCC leader and ]outlined the necessity for Baghdad to work with its Gulf neighbors to “combat terrorism and the ongoing campaign to pursue its remnants.”
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