The U.S. Must Rethink Its Approach to Iran
Only a threat of direct retaliation can get Tehran to stand down.
August 19, 2024
Delusions of relevance.
Earlier this month, Angus Robertson, a Scottish parliamentarian who serves as cabinet secretary for external affairs, met with Israel’s deputy ambassador to the UK—generating outrage, especially in the ranks of his own Scottish National Party. Stephen Daisley comments on this “uncontrollable loathing” for the Jewish state:
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Login or SubscribeOnly a threat of direct retaliation can get Tehran to stand down.
“No self-respecting country should permit itself to be treated this way.”
Delusions of relevance.
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