The Middle East Is a Powder Keg. Washington Is Making It Worse
Power Problems
Downscaling Military Presence and Addressing Security Challenges
The chapter discusses the difficulty the United States faces in reducing its military presence in certain regions and the need for regional countries to take a leading role in addressing security challenges. It highlights the importance of drawing down military presence in the Middle East while investing in the capabilities and resilience of regional partners. The chapter also explores potential risks such as escalation, backlash, and overstretch that the Biden administration should address.
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