The United States must stop its involvement in endless wars, say bipartisan critics of both President Trump’s actions and Washington policymakers.
Tag: Middle East
A Muted Arab Response to Trump’s Mideast Peace Plan
The U.S. is banking on Arab leaders to help make its plan for ending the Israeli-Palestinian conflict work. It is not clear how realistic that is.
Trump’s Mideast Plan Could Give Israel Sovereignty Over Much of Jordan Valley
The president, joined by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel, will announce the plan at the White House on Tuesday.
Trump Invites Netanyahu to White House to Discuss Middle East Peace Plan
The invitation could provide a welcome distraction for President Trump, facing an impeachment trial, and for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who is facing corruption charges.
Iran’s Grim Economy Limits Its Willingness to Confront the U.S.
Fearful of public anger over a plunging economy, Iran’s leaders appear to be turning inward, pulling back from escalation.
As U.S.-Iran Tensions Flare, Iraq Is Caught in the Middle
After U.S. airstrikes killed an Iranian leader, Iraq’s Parliament voted to expel American forces. Some Iraqi officials say that would be disastrous for Iraq.
Trump Says 4 Embassies Had Been Targeted by Iranians
The president also asserted that he did not believe American citizens had a right to more details on the intelligence that prompted the killing of an Iranian general.
Trump Administration’s Actions in Middle East Complicate Its Criticisms of China
President Trump’s use of military force against Iran gives Beijing ammunition to highlight failures of American policy, even as the Communist Party represses Muslims in China.
Trump Backs Away From Further Military Conflict With Iran
A day after Iranian missiles fell on bases housing American troops in Iraq, the president said that no Americans were harmed and that Iran now “appears to be standing down.”
Outrage in Iran After Killing of Suleimani: Here’s What You Need to Know
Iran said it would essentially abandon its obligations under a land mark nuclear deal, and the Iraqi Parliament voted to expel American troops.