The leaders of the nations in the Persian Gulf see al-Qaida as a threat to them. Indeed, anyone who harbors sympathy for al-Qaida in the region is likely being closely watched by the security services, and the military and intelligence services will pounce on them given the slightest excuse. Al-Qaida has taken part in attacks in many of their countries and is stirring up trouble in Yemen. It has been part of the ongoing violence in Iraq and is a constant source of worry, particularly to the Saudis.
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