1. The Prospects of "Constructive Engagement" -- 2. Changing the Lens: Contemporary Saudi-Iran Relations and Potential Benefits of Détente -- 3. Saudi Sectarianism in Saudi-Iranian Relations -- 4. The Hobgoblin of Little Minds: Iran, Saudi Arabia, and Sectarianism in the Gulf -- 5. Why Can't We Be Friends? Bridging the Divide Between Iran and the GCC -- 6. Perceptions toward Iran's Nuclear Program: The Case of Qatar University -- 7. Iran-GCC Relations: The Case of Oman -- 8. Conclusions
Summary
GCC-Iran relations are at the heart of important political dynamics in the Middle East today. _x000B_This is not limited to the ongoing disputes in the Gulf, one of the most important strategic locations globally. Iran and the GCC states also find themselves on opposing sides.in the Syrian and to some extent the Iraqi conflicts._x000B_ This volume traces the origins of the troubled relations between Iran and the majority of the GCC monarchies. It discusses not only geostrategic rivalries, but also matters of identity which have been of increased importance since 2010. _x000B_ While
