The Shift from Stability to Crisis in the Middle East

The recent turmoil in the Middle East has notably shifted from a period of relative stability during the previous administration to a state of heightened conflict, particularly in Israel. Brian Hook, former envoy to Iran, outlined that the previous administration's achievements in promoting peace included the defeat of ISIS and the negotiation of multiple peace agreements between Israel and surrounding nations. However, he argues that the current administration has unintentionally reverted to policies that empower Iran, thereby disrupting the balance of power established previously. By distancing the U.S. from Israel and underestimating the threats posed by Iran and its proxies, the current situation escalated into crisis.