A former US State Department official has criticized President Trump's approach to the Israel-Iran conflict, calling it "profoundly misguided." Thomas Countryman believes that civilians will likely bear the brunt of Israel's military actions against Iran.
Historically, the US has discouraged Israel from attacking Iran, with five presidents, including Trump in his first term, resisting Israeli efforts to draw the US into the conflict. However, Countryman is concerned that Trump may be using the threat of Israeli attacks as leverage in negotiations with Iran.
"This strategy could lead to disastrous consequences," Countryman warned. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu might be hoping to drag the US into the conflict by provoking Iran to target US forces in the Middle East.
Countryman's assessment raises questions about the potential outcomes of Trump's strategy and the impact on civilians caught in the crossfire.
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