Dr. Murat Aslan Security Strategy Expert Foundation for Political, Economic & Social Research (SETA): Gulf states will continue relying on US security guarantees for now - but they know they need alternatives. This agreement is the first step toward Saudi autonomy through alliances & partnerships. If the Saudis had remained silent during Iranian escalation, they would have been entirely dependent on whatever the US, Israel & Iran's shifting moods offered them. Instead, by building a security architecture with Türkiye - potentially including other Muslim countries - they gain leverage. US defense commodities are the most expensive in the world. This new partnership enables Saudis to procure far more cost-effective systems. FULL INTERVIEW https://youtu.be/i0Hj6LYfztc