Iran has defended its strikes against its Gulf neighbors, telling CNBC that U.S. military assets located in surrounding territories were "legitimate" targets in its fight back against America and Israel. But Gulf states told CNBC that the attacks have created a "huge trust gap" that will last for years to come. Iran's decision to attack its neighbors as part of its retaliation against U.S.-Israeli strikes has confused analysts and Tehran itself has sent mixed messages over its strategy,