Report: Trump Forewarned About Potential Iranian Retaliation Against US Gulf Allies
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Trump Warned of Iranian Retaliation on Gulf Allies Before Strikes: Report
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News18•17-03-2026, 13:53
Trump Warned of Iranian Retaliation on Gulf Allies Before Strikes: Report
•Donald Trump was cautioned about potential Iranian retaliation against US allies in the Gulf prior to military action against Iran, according to US intelligence assessments.
•Pre-war briefings identified Iranian retaliation, including strikes on Qatar, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Bahrain, and Kuwait, as a likely scenario.
•Intelligence agencies also warned Iran might disrupt the Strait of Hormuz and expand the conflict if attacked.
•Despite Trump's claim that 'nobody expected' Iran to target multiple countries, officials confirm prior warnings.
•Since hostilities began, Iranian missiles and drones have reportedly struck military and civilian sites across Gulf nations, impacting shipping and global energy prices.
