PERSIAN GULF: OUR WATERS, OUR LANDS
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✍️ The article discusses the controversy surrounding US President Donald Trump's reported plan to recognize the Persian Gulf as the 'Arabian Gulf', and the historical significance of the name 'Persian Gulf'.
👉 The Persian Gulf has been referred to as such for over 2,500 years, predating the existence of the US and Arab states in the region. 👉 The name 'Persian Gulf' is rooted in over two millennia of recorded history and global scholarship. 👉 The attempt to apply the name 'Arabian Gulf' to the Persian Gulf originated in 1958, and has been promoted by some Arab states for political gain. 👉 The potential move to rename the Persian Gulf faces challenges, as the name 'Persian Gulf' is widely recognized and used by the United Nations, geographical societies, and countries around the world.
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