The term 'Gulf States' refers to the seven countries located on the Arabian Peninsula that border the Persian Gulf: Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and Yemen. The crossword solution for this term is 'Emirates, ' which is an alternative name for the UAE. The UAE is a federation of seven emirates, each of which is governed by an absolute monarch. The largest and most populous of these emirates is Dubai, which is known for its modern architecture and vibrant nightlife.