The Gulf States with Special Focus On Iran and Qatar

Vocabulary flashcards covering key terms and concepts from the lecture notes on Gulf States, with a focus on Iran-Qatar relations and the Intra-Gulf Crisis.

Gulf States

Primarily refers to the six countries forming the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC): Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain, and Oman.

Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)

An alliance formed by six Gulf states (Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, and Oman) to achieve unity among its members based on common objectives and similar political and cultural identities.

Intra-Gulf Crisis

A crisis that started in May 2017 when Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, and Egypt imposed an economic blockade against Qatar.

Economic Blockade on Qatar

A land, air, and sea blockade imposed on Qatar in 2017 by Saudi Arabia, UAE, Bahrain, and Egypt, due to accusations of covert support for 'terrorist' organizations and restoring relations with Iran.

Theory of Strategic Hedging

A framework explaining Qatar-Iran relations, where Qatar maintains a pragmatic, balanced approach by diversifying its foreign policy through relationships with both rivals and partners to maximize security and prosperity.

North Field/South Pars

The world's largest natural gas deposits, located under the waters between Qatar and Iran's territorial borders, shared by both countries.

Iran's role in Intra-Gulf Crisis

Iran supported Qatar by allowing use of its airspace for Qatar Airways, sending food supplies, and commencing transport services, helping Qatar overcome the blockade.