Current Affairs - International - Discussion

The joint military exercise “Gulf Shield 2026” was launched in Saudi Arabia as part of efforts by Gulf Cooperation Council member states to enhance regional security. The exercise focuses on improving collective defence capabilities, operational coordination, and combat readiness among participating forces. Through field-based scenarios, joint planning sessions, and interoperability tests, the drills aim to strengthen deterrence against emerging security challenges. Hosting such a large-scale exercise highlights Saudi Arabia’s central role in regional defence cooperation and underscores the importance of unified military preparedness within the GCC framework.