Gulf countries condemn Iranian attack on Al Udeid US airbase in Qatar
Bahrain joins Qatar in closing airspace after sounding sirens
Iran would be 'foolish' to close Strait of Hormuz, White House says
Son of ousted Iranian shah warns West against 'throwing lifeline' to Iran leadership
Trump warns against raising of oil prices
Iran's army commander promises 'firm response' to US strikes
Iran says it has arrested 'European' accused of spying for Israel
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