Source: FOX News
Summary
Former National Counterterrorism Center Director Joe Kent is urging President Donald Trump to withdraw US forces from the Middle East. Kent stated that Trump’s decision to call off strikes on Iran was a good move, but that the US cannot use military force to open the Strait of Hormuz without escalating into a bloody war. Kent suggested that Trump declare victory and use sanctions relief to open the Strait once US troops are out of harm’s way. Trump indicated that the US was holding off on launching new attacks against Iran, citing a potential deal that would include the opening of the Strait and an end to Iran’s nuclear threat.
Our Reading
As expected, the matter has reached another stage.
Joe Kent continues to advocate for US military withdrawal from the Middle East. President Trump calls off strikes on Iran, citing a potential deal. Kent suggests using sanctions relief to open the Strait of Hormuz. Trump indicates that negotiations will begin tomorrow afternoon. The familiar cycle of escalation and retaliation continues. The performance of diplomacy unfolds, with each side playing its expected role.
Author: Evan Null
