Tag: Iran

John Bolton has a Haig-sized ego. He aspires to control the ebb and flow of foreign policy in the Trump administration.

In a statement on Sunday night, Bolton said the move was intended to “send a clear and unmistakable message to the Iranian regime that any attacks on United States interests or on those of our allies will be met with unrelenting force.”

"Bolton wants war. He will do any provocation to get war."

As the Trump administration accelerates its efforts to seek a confrontation, will they find an echo among Iranian hardliners who’d like nothing more than a face-off with the United States?

Mohammad Javad Zarif did not offer any reason for his resignation, simply writing, “I sincerely apologize for the inability to continue serving and for all the shortcomings during my service.”

"He is laying the groundwork for war and we all must be vigilant."

Why the fascination with arming foreign insurgents and proxy armies to fight wars that the U.S. won’t fight itself?

Seen in this light, it’s hard not to believe that more anti-U.S. “insider” attacks aren’t on the way. The question is only where and when, not if.

"...the administration has redefined its goals to include the exit of all Iranian military and proxy forces from Syria, and establishment of a stable, nonthreatening government acceptable to all Syrians and the international community."

What has the US really gained in this ongoing, never-ending travesty? And by what measurement do we assess any progress?