Unholy: Two Jews on the News Jake Sullivan on Bibi and Trump, Saudi Normalization and the Biden Era
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May 29, 2025 Jake Sullivan, former National Security Advisor and current Kissinger Professor at Harvard, dives deep into the turbulent Middle East landscape. He analyzes Israel's potential military actions against Iran and the precarious situation in Gaza. Sullivan reflects on U.S. foreign policy shifts under both Biden and Trump, especially regarding Saudi normalization. He also addresses the Biden administration's challenges, discussing leadership dynamics and personal aspirations post-office. A compelling look at current global diplomacy and security!
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Skepticism on Solo Israeli Strike
- A solo Israeli strike on Iran is unlikely without U.S. support due to effectiveness and retaliation risks.
- Diplomacy offers a longer-term resolution and is preferred despite Iran's current vulnerability.
Diplomacy Preferred with Weakened Iran
- Iran’s current weakened state creates an opportunity for effective diplomacy.
- Military action risks retaliation and reconstitution, making diplomacy preferable now.
Trump’s Deal-Focused Mideast Approach
- Trump’s Mideast policy prioritizes peace deals over close Israeli ties.
- He pursues de-escalation with Gulf states, sidelining Netanyahu if needed.
