Under Islamic jurisprudence, when a Muslim land is attacked, its defence becomes an obligation upon those nearest — beginning with the Gulf states. Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait and Bahrain have not only failed in this obligation but have actively facilitated the aggression by hosting American military bases and providing logistical support, constituting muwalat (alliance with aggressors against Muslims). Islam requires these states to terminate their alliances, expel foreign forces, and support Iran's defence. The fact that Iran is a Shia state with a compromised regional record does not alter this obligation — classical Islamic jurisprudence mandates the defence of Muslim lands against non-Muslim aggression regardless of the theological or political failings of those under attack.