Lack of notice about Iran strikes and defense help frustrates some Gulf nations, AP sources say

Iran’s retaliatory attacks in the Middle East over strikes from Israel and the U.S. have left some of America’s partners in the Gulf frustrated over a lack of notice or adequate defense, according to officials. The mostly private frustration comes as Pentagon officials conceded this week they’re struggling to stop waves of drones launched by Iran, leaving some U.S. targets in the Gulf region, including troops, vulnerable. The Gulf countries have emerged as targets for Iran, well within the range of Iran’s short-range missiles and filled with targets, including American troops, businesses, tourist locations and energy facilities, disrupting the world’s flow of oil. The officials spoke on condition of anonymity because they were discussing a confidential diplomatic matter.