Wednesday, April 18, 2012

UAE - Iran Island Dispute Intensifies

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Gulf Leaders Discuss UAE-Iran Island Dispute -- Voice of America

Foreign ministers of the six-nation Gulf Cooperation Council held an emergency meeting in Doha Tuesday to discuss a territorial dispute between Iran and the United Arab Emirates, which some believe could pose a threat to international security. The talks followed a visit by Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad to Abu Musa, a Persian Gulf island controlled by Iran, but also claimed by the UAE.

Iranian state media said Mr. Ahmadinejad traveled to the disputed territory last week to deal with domestic issues.

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More News On The UAE-Iran Island Dispute

UAE says Gulf island spat threatens global security -- AFP
Gulf bloc warns Iran in escalating dispute over islands -- Washington Post/AP
Sheikh Abdullah: behaviour of Iran is 'dangerous' -- The National
Iran leader’s visit to island reignites feud with Emirates -- Washington Times
GCC slams Iran provocation -- Khaleej Times
GCC ministers express solidarity with UAE over Abu Mousa issue -- Gulf News
Saudi Arabia Blasts Iran Over Ahmadinejad's Visit To Disputed Island -- RTT News
Ahmadinejad urges Gulf cooperation amid islands row -- Jerusalem Post/Reuters
Iran FM warns over escalation of Gulf island spat -- FOX News/AP
US sympathizes with UAE in Iran island rift -- AFP
Iranian claims to disputed islands whitewash history -- Peter Hellyer, The National

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