Although the six Gulf countries have diversified their economies, hydrocarbons still account for about 30% of their gross domestic product (GDP). The blockade of the Strait of Hormuz is also preventing them from importing goods, while the region relies on imports for 85% of its food supply.

As Hormuz chokes and defence costs soar, Gulf states absorb crippling financial fallout of the US-Israel war on Iran.

Although the six Gulf countries have diversified their economies, hydrocarbons still account for about 30% of their gross domestic product (GDP). The blockade of the Strait of…