14.01.2026 07:10
It has been claimed that Gulf countries led by Saudi Arabia are trying to persuade the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump to refrain from a possible attack on Iran. The Saudi administration has guaranteed that they will not get involved in a possible conflict with Iran and will not allow the U.S. to use their airspace for attacks.
According to a report by the Wall Street Journal (WSJ), which is based on sources that do not wish to be named, Gulf countries are trying to dissuade the Trump administration from a possible attack on Iran. Saudi Arabia is leading efforts to convince Washington not to intervene in Iran.
"OIL MARKET WILL BE SHAKEN"
According to officials from Gulf countries, Saudi Arabia, Oman, and Qatar are warning the Trump administration that a possible attack on Iran would shake the oil markets and ultimately harm the U.S. economy. Gulf countries are concerned that potential attacks could disrupt the passage of oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz and lead to regional instability.
"THEY WON'T ALLOW THE U.S."
According to Saudi officials, the Riyadh administration has guaranteed that they will not get involved in a possible conflict with Iran and will not allow the U.S. to use its airspace for attacks.
"TRUMP HAS NOT MADE A DECISION YET"
According to officials from the White House, Trump has not yet made a final decision regarding steps to be taken against Iran. It was reported that Trump is consulting with his advisors to determine the path he will take and is evaluating possible options.
According to officials, the options on the table include attacks on Iranian facilities, cyber attacks, new sanctions, and supporting anti-regime social media accounts.
PROTESTS IN IRAN
On December 28, 2025, protests initiated by shopkeepers in the Grand Bazaar of Tehran due to the significant devaluation of the local currency against foreign currencies and economic issues spread to many cities in the country. The Iran Human Rights Activists News Agency (HRANA) reported on January 14 that the number of deaths due to the protests had risen to a total of 2,550, including 147 security personnel and 2,403 protesters. There has not yet been an official statement from Iranian authorities regarding those who died or were injured in the protests. Following an increase in violent incidents and police intervention during the protests, internet access was cut off nationwide on January 9.