13min chapter

Plain English with Derek Thompson cover image

Is the Middle East on the Verge of All-Out War?

Plain English with Derek Thompson

CHAPTER

Navigating U.S. Policy in the Middle East

This chapter explores the complexities and contradictions in U.S. policy towards the Israel-Hezbollah conflict, focusing on the gap between public and private messages from the administration. It discusses the impact of ideological tensions between Israel and Iran, the challenges faced by Israeli leadership, and the potential roles of Gulf states in the future of Palestine amidst wavering ceasefire conditions. The conversation addresses the delicate balance of military strategies, domestic pressures, and the geopolitical landscape that influences both conflict and opportunities for de-escalation.

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