Trump Proposes Renaming Persian Gulf to Arabian Gulf, Sparking Controversy

Mon Jul 07 2025 10:30:32 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)
Trump Proposes Renaming Persian Gulf to Arabian Gulf, Sparking Controversy

President Trump's suggestion to rename the Persian Gulf to the Arabian Gulf has drawn ire from Iran, showcasing deep-rooted cultural tensions in the region.


As President Trump gears up for a trip to the Middle East, his proposal to change the name of the Persian Gulf to the Arabian Gulf has united Iranians in opposition, raising debates around national identity and historical significance.

The Trump administration is once again at the center of international controversy, this time over a name. President Trump has recently indicated a desire to rename the Persian Gulf as the Arabian Gulf, a move that has ignited fierce backlash from Iran. In a statement made during a meeting in the Oval Office, Trump expressed uncertainty about the potential backlash of such a change, saying, "I don’t want to hurt anybody’s feelings. I don’t know if feelings are going to be hurt."

The Persian Gulf, known by this name since at least 550 B.C. during the reign of Cyrus the Great, holds significant historical and cultural value for Iranians. The term "Persian Gulf" has been a point of pride for generations and a vital element of Iran’s national identity. Throughout history, Iranian governments, both under the Shah and after the 1979 Revolution, have firmly defended this designation against any attempts to alter it, particularly from Arab nations that advocate for the name "Arabian Gulf."

Reports from The Associated Press indicate that Trump intends to announce this name change during his upcoming tour of several Arab nations that have long lobbied for the rebranding. The name change has the potential to deepen the existing cultural divides in a region already fraught with political tensions. Iranian officials and citizens alike view this suggestion as both an affront to their national heritage and an attempt to erase cultural history.

Opposition to this name change reveals insights into broader themes of nationalism and identity, as Iranians express concerns that adopting "Arabian Gulf" undermines their historical significance in the historical narrative of the region. As the debate continues, the diplomatic implications of Trump's suggestion will likely reverberate beyond the Gulf, potentially affecting U.S.-Iran relations. The situation underscores the complexities of regional identities and the sensitivity surrounding historical terminology in international relations.

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