# Analysis: Khamenei calls for Gulf unity amid US-Iran conflict

https://mins.news/en/video/37898

- Al Jazeera English, 2026-08-30 21:00 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Efwbe7gxIUQ

> The discussion says Khamenei’s message continues Iran’s longstanding demand that Gulf states stop hosting US military action against Iran. Guests argue Tehran regards US strikes launched from Gulf territory as grounds for self-defence, while Washington has lost credibility and influence with Gulf governments and must restructure its regional posture and reassure allies more forcefully.

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