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STANDARD DIPLOMATIC UNVERIFIED

US President to convene Gulf leaders at UNGA to coordinate strategy against Iran

Sep 17, 2026 01:14 AM CT New York, United States diplomacy, US-Iran, Gulf states, UN General Assembly, regional security

Summary

US President Donald Trump is scheduled to meet with Gulf state leaders on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly to discuss strategic next steps regarding the conflict with Iran. This high-level diplomatic coordination signals a potential shift toward a unified regional security posture and increased pressure on Tehran.

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Morning update Good morning Middle East Eye readers, Here are the latest developments:  US president Donald Trump is expected to meet Gulf leaders on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York on Tuesday to discuss the next steps in the war on Iran, Axios reporting. The report...

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United States NEUTRAL

President Trump is expected to lead discussions with Gulf allies on the next steps in the war on Iran.

Iran NEUTRAL

Subject of the diplomatic strategy being formulated by the US and Gulf partners.

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