Hey Ion, please know that the vast majority of Americans will refer to the gulf as the Persian Gulf. Is it right or wrong, who knows, who cares, everyone is entitled to their own opinion. Just please next time you post something about the US, know your facts. We take enough slamming (and probably rightfully so) on things as it is. Therefor, when you post something wrong, I must stand up for my country. Please know that I am ONLY disputing with you what the common term in the US for this body of water is, nothing else. For proof, please refer to any news article or tv telecast from either gulf war and listen to what they call it. My personal preference, "The Gulf" It gives preference to nobody's opinion.