Iraq’s ‘Arabian Gulf Cup’ tournament name sparks anger in Iran
Iran has summoned the ambassador of Iraq to protest against its use of the name for a regional football tournament. Iran and the Arab states have long argued over the use and name of a waterway that separates them. FIFA used the Arabian Gulf Cup name in its posts on social media. Iraq is hosting the tournament for the second time since 1979. It is billed as a sign that the country is exiting its political turmoil. It also offers an opportunity to boost ties with other Arab countries. The name Arabian gulf is common in English-speaking world. Many Arab nations use Arabian. Gulf.
