Trump Plans to Rename Persian Gulf Amid Controversy
In a controversial move, former President Donald Trump is set to announce that the United States will refer to the Persian Gulf as the Arabian Gulf during his upcoming Middle East trip. This decision has sparked outrage among Iranians, with officials warning of potential consequences. Reports indicate that Trump intends to finalize the name change next week, positioning it within broader geopolitical strategies amid US-Iran nuclear negotiations. The potential renaming has united many in Iran against the decision, viewing it as a significant affront to their national identity.
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