Trump plans to announce US will refer to Arabian Gulf rather than Persian Gulf

Donald Trump is set to announce his U.S. preference to refer to the Arabian Gulf rather than the Persian Gulf during his trip to Saudi Arabia. This move has sparked outrage from Iranian leaders, who view the name as deeply tied to their history with Persia. The announcement could strain relations with Iran, especially amid ongoing nuclear negotiations. While Trump sees this as a strategic play to strengthen ties with Arab countries, particularly in exchange for nuclear deal concessions, Iranian hardliners oppose any changes that might be perceived as hostile or disrupt historical connections.