Leaked U.S. documents suggest Middle Eastern countries, including U.S. partners Egypt and UAE, are leaning towards Russia amid concerns over America's commitment to the region and the ongoing crisis in Ukraine. The documents allege Egypt considered sending tens of thousands of rockets to Russia and that the Emiratis are now Moscow's new best friends, as Israel is seemingly unwilling to assist Ukraine meaningfully. While U.S. officials continue to deny abandoning the Middle East, the documents point towards a growing trend where many Middle Eastern countries now question what it means to be aligned with America, while supplementing ties with alternative nations. This trepidation towards the U.S. comes amidst increasing worry for the region's role in the growing rivalry between Washington and Beijing.

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