Trump’s War Has Emboldened Iran: Diplomacy Is the Only Solution
Kenneth Roth argues that Donald Trump’s military approach against Iran has backfired, strengthening Tehran’s position rather than weakening it. Recent negotiations in Pakistan, led by US Vice President JD Vance, failed to produce an accord as Iran refused to capitulate, demonstrating that diplomacy remains the only viable path forward. The article critiques the initial war goals, including regime change and destruction of military capacity, noting that hardliners have been empowered while Iran retains significant missile capabilities. Despite Trump’s claims of victory, the conflict has caused substantial damage to Gulf energy infrastructure without achieving strategic objectives. Roth highlights the irony that the US now seeks commitments similar to those in the 2015 nuclear deal, which Trump previously abandoned. The piece concludes that the predictable failure of these talks underscores the disastrous nature of the war, urging a return to diplomatic solutions to resolve complex issues dividing Washington and Tehran.
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Trump’s War Has Emboldened Iran: Diplomacy Is the Only Solution
Kenneth Roth argues that Donald Trump’s military approach against Iran has backfired, strengthening Tehran’s position rather than weakening it. Recent negotiations in Pakistan, led by US Vice President JD Vance, failed to produce an accord as Iran refused to capitulate, demonstrating that diplomacy remains the only viable path forward. The article critiques the initial war goals, including regime change and destruction of military capacity, noting that hardliners have been empowered while Iran retains significant missile capabilities. Despite Trump’s claims of victory, the conflict has caused substantial damage to Gulf energy infrastructure without achieving strategic objectives. Roth highlights the irony that the US now seeks commitments similar to those in the 2015 nuclear deal, which Trump previously abandoned. The piece concludes that the predictable failure of these talks underscores the disastrous nature of the war, urging a return to diplomatic solutions to resolve complex issues dividing Washington and Tehran.
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