A month after Iran protests began, worry and fear pervades Mideast over possible US strike

Associated Press (AP)CenterEN 6 min read 100% complete by By JON GAMBRELLJanuary 28, 2026 at 11:23 AM

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A month after protests began in Iran, concern is growing in the Middle East over a potential U.S. military strike. On Wednesday, Iranian officials contacted regional counterparts regarding the possibility of U.S. action. The protests, which started in Iran and spread across the country, have been met with a violent government response. Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates have indicated they will not permit their airspace to be used for any such strike. The situation is unfolding in January 2026, raising tensions and diplomatic activity in the region.

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Boeing F/A-18E Super Hornet 30% Indian Ocean 30% Tajrish Square ×240% USS Abraham Lincoln 40% United Arab Emirates ×250% Tajrish bazaar ×250% Saudi Arabia 50% U.S. Navy ×260% Tehran ×460% Middle East ×270% United States ×280% Iran ×990%

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iran protests 90% us strike 80% middle east 70% military strike 60% united arab emirates 50% saudi arabia 50% bloody crackdown 40% airspace 40%

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Iran

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