President Donald Trump is set to announce a change in the naming of the Persian Gulf to the Arabian Gulf during his upcoming trip to Saudi Arabia. This move aligns with Arab nations that have sought this change, while Iran insists on its historical nomenclature. The Persian Gulf name has been in use since the 16th century, yet disputes over its name reveal deep-seated nationalisms in the region. Iran's officials have expressed disapproval of this shift, viewing it as an affront to their historical legacy.
The name of the body of water has become an emotive issue for Iranians who embrace their country's long history as the Persian Empire.
Iran's current foreign minister said that names of Mideast waterways do not imply ownership by any particular nation.
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