Video. Gulf braces itself for potential escalation with Iran

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Gulf braces itself for potential escalation with Iran

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The Gulf is bracing itself for what could be a major escalation in the Iran war. Attacks against the UAE took place on Monday, the first since the ceasefire was announced in April.

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