Can Gulf countries defend themselves against renewed Iranian attacks?

Air defense systems were activated in Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, and Jordan after Iran launched another wave of attacks targeting US military installations. This escalation follows US bombings on Iran's southern coast and mutual violations of a memorandum of understanding signed to halt the war that began on February 28. Iranian forces have attacked commercial vessels off Oman, while the US struck Iranian positions involved in maritime threats. Experts warn that the US military presence makes Gulf states targets, but their layered air defense networks must withstand sustained attacks.