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Iran Warns Oil-Rich U.S. Allies: Don’t Help Israel or Face Retaliation

Oct 11, 2024, 08:04 AM

Iran has issued a secret warning to U.S. allies in the Middle East, cautioning them against assisting Israel in any attacks on Iran. According to a report by the Wall Street Journal, Tehran has threatened to target oil-rich Arab Gulf states and other U.S. allies if their territories or airspace are used for such attacks. The threats have been communicated through diplomatic backchannels, prompting countries like Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE to inform the Biden administration of their unwillingness to support any offensive against Iran.