<2> Trump and Netanyahu go for Iran’s Jugular: A Recipe for Disaster
<3> The Unintended Consequences of US Foreign Policy
In the aftermath of the USCE’s withdrawal from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), also known as the Iran nuclear deal, the Middle East has been plunged into chaos. The decision, brokered by former US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, has sent shockwaves throughout the region, leaving many to wonder if Washington is ill-equipped to handle the regional conflagration it has unleashed.
<3> The Rise of Militancy in the Middle East
The JCPOA was a painstakingly negotiated agreement between Iran, the US, the UK, France, Germany, China, and Russia, aimed at limiting Iran’s nuclear program in exchange for relief from economic sanctions. However, Trump’s decision to withdraw from the deal, coupled with Netanyahu’s aggressive stance towards Iran, has emboldened hardline elements within the Iranian regime, leading to a surge in militancy throughout the region.
<3> The Consequences of US Foreign Policy
The consequences of US foreign policy in the Middle East have been dire. The region has been plagued by sectarian violence, terrorism, and proxy wars, with