Iran threatens strategic assets of Arab allies to pressure U.S. policy
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Iranian government, Donald Trump
Middle East, Gulf States
August 2026
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Iran has warned Gulf states that it will target their energy and infrastructure assets. The threat is intended to pressure these nations to convince Donald Trump to end U.S. strikes on Iran. Tehran is seeking a negotiated end to the ongoing conflict.
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