The US Has a Problem with Iranian Civilization; Washington Rejects a Strong Iran
Mehr News Agency, International Desk, Elnaz Rahmat Nejad: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made his first trip to Washington as the 12-day imposed war by the Zionist regime against Iran on July 7. During this visit on July 7 (16 Tir in the Persian calendar), Netanyahu met with President Donald Trump and senior U.S. officials for talks. In an unprecedented move, Mike Huckabee-Trump’s ambassador to the occupied territories-accompanied Netanyahu aboard his plane during this trip.
Before meeting trump, Netanyahu met with Vice President Mike Pence. In a symbolic and unusual gesture before his meeting with President Trump, Netanyahu presented him with a mezuzah-a Jewish protective scroll-designed in the shape of an American B-2 bomber and constructed from parts of an Iranian missile. In Jewish tradition, a mezuzah is a sacred parchment inscribed with Torah verses placed at doorframes symbolizing “spiritual protection” and “God’s presence in the home.”
In this context, we spoke with Mohammad Bayat, an expert on international affairs, about “the reasons behind Netanyahu’s visit to Washington.” Below is the full interview;
Netanyahu is widely recognized as a war crimes suspect in human rights forums and large parts of global society. Was his trip to Washington politically or strategically significant or merely psychological warfare aimed at rehabilitating his damaged and isolated image?
This was Netanyahu’s third visit to the U.S. less than a year into Trump’s second governance and carries significant implications. Twenty-one months have passed since Operation Al-aqsa Storm (Storm Al-Aqsa), during which time Israel has conducted antagonistic acts not only in Gaza but also Lebanon, Syria, Yemen, Iraq-and against Iran itself-in apparent attempts to reshape West Asia’s regional order according to its interests.
We are witnessing a campaign where Israeli authorities no longer care about their global image among international organizations or media outlets.Students from prestigious universities alongside left-wing political parties, environmental groups (“green groups”), as well as resistance axes and islamic nations consistently protest Israel’s crimes in gaza. This campaign peaked when both Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Galant were indicted for war crimes by The Hague tribunal.
The unfolding events indicate that Israel openly-and Euro-Atlantic countries tacitly-seek serious “readjustments” of Middle Eastern political order arrangements. Germany’s chancellor publicly stated gratitude toward Israel for carrying out ‘dirty work’ on their behalf across the region.
This reflects contemporary “neo-colonialism.” Whereas historically British and Portuguese ships would raid regional coasts using brute force establishing dominance over Middle Eastern peoples; today Israel fulfills that role more blatantly through power displays marked by violence and genocide beneath its polished exterior.
Why does this happen? Why does Netanyahu not halt these actions? Some argue he seeks personal political gains; though partially true given domestic pressures ahead of midterm elections under his right-wing government within Trump’s administration – these operations transcend mere personal ambitions.
The post-Cold War unipolar world order broke down after 2008’s financial crisis; America can no longer claim unchecked soft power dominance globally as rival actors now challenge its primacy: Russia militarily; China economically; while axes like Resistance Movements imbue Islamic ideological influence culturally.
This flux resembles cycles seen historically-the rise-and-fall pattern among great powers such as Britain once dominated before receding into secondary roles.
Americans recognize formidable competition across Eurasia-Pacific regions striving geo-strategically towards interrupting supply chains involving energy flows & spheres of influence linked geographically across continents.
Netanyahu’s offensive against northern Gulf states aims primarily at weakening Tehran alongside allied states resisting American hegemony so further normalization between US allies becomes feasible.Secondarily lies operationalizing corridors like India-Middle East-Europe (IMEC). While framed economically such projects carry critical security connotations designed partly to disrupt Chinese-led Belt & Road Initiative maritime/land routes when activated.
The conflict between Hamas & Israel concerns sustained Israeli military presence inside Gaza Strip.As one U.S official disclosed despite Trump’s public backing for alleged Zionist massacres there-a strong push was exerted towards ending hostilities.Is there any meaningful outcome from Netanyahu’s Washington visit combined with Trump’s pressure regarding ceasefire negotiations?
Together Trump & Netanyahu pursue dual strategic objectives regarding Gaza.Short-term tactical goals include promoting ceasefires granting respite.Alongside longer-term strategy involves integrating territories-from those designated pre-1967 borders including Gaza-West Bank -into larger Greater Israel plan pushed zealously by right-wing governments including now under Trump.
Forced evacuation plans affecting areas such as Morag-Netsarim remain off table currently.trump nurtures self-image intending Nobel Peace Prize projection branding himself candidate ending endless wars gaining massive electoral support.Meeting Biden short term tactical ceasefires help bolster peace credentials boosting election prospects.Given anticipated temporary lull Israelis can regroup advance intelligence efforts-reconnoiter Hamas locations deepen internal unrest operations-and release some prisoners (claimed alive), confirming long run Israeli intention refuses existence cessation/removal from contested lands entirely.
The first post-war meeting between Prime Minister Netanyahu & president Trump included dinner discussions during which purported willingness emerged from Washington toward lifting Iranian sanctions complemented by dialog planning.What is yoru assessment regarding possible Tehran-Washington engagement following escalation?
Bears cautious skepticism amid recent experience.Based upon evidence emerging surrounding March decisions addressing strikes against Iran(the final days prior conflict onset) hopeful expectations concerning sanction relief promised earlier seem overly optimistic.Trump language widely echoes belittling portrayal equating Iran akin extremist terrorist outfits entrenched regionally-notable departure marking stark contrast diplomatic precedent.Negotiations haven’t advanced realistically looming threats persist undermining comprehensive diplomatic resolutions.
The current discourse showcases insults overshadow constructive diplomacy.Comparing Syrian unilateral sanctions be lifted similarly mischaracterizes gravity pertaining Iranian unique context characterized through sovereign national strength versus destabilizing proxies sustained under security umbrellas favoring Israeli interests.
Essentially restoring trust remains complicated especially following December strike aftermath demonstrating clear intent aiming partition rather confronting foundations protecting vast Iranian civilization enduring hardline opposition revealing enduring strategic rivalry rooted deeply contrary ideologies.the goal remains preventing formation or continuation powerful unified greater Iran project unwanted entirely per tel Aviv-Washington axis view enforcing submission effectively coercion extract compliance basis agenda formulation emerging resolutely applicable ongoing regional proxy conflicts featuring escalating multiple dimensions targeting Weakened Tehran influence real strategic center weight impacts overall balance factoring multiparty dynamics changing geopolitics shaping outcomes decisively contributing broader struggle African Asian fusion zones alike awareness increasing worldwide complications continues intensifying conflicting spheres interest scale enduring progress 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Following their talks-is further action imminent against Hamas or Hezbollah?
When Prime minister Netanyahu or senior officials travel to Washington they always carry major plans.Any such trips shouldn’t incite optimism based on past experience.Business dealings have previously coincided directly or indirectly facilitating attacks such as assaults upon Iranian consulate facilities in Damascus plus assassination attempts targeting Hezbollah Secretary-General Hassan Nasrallah within Lebanon.Refusing complacency here proves prudent foresight indispensable navigating turbulent geopolitical contexts fraught ongoing threat manifestations requiring consistent vigilance readiness anticipating developments proactively minimizing surprises accompanying volatile landscape chronic instability endemic difficulties occasioned decade-long interventions elusive resolutions persistent antagonisms historical grievances complex mosaic ethnic sectarian dimensions demand tactful strategic calibrated instruments tailored specific conditions extant making unequivocal clarity paramount avoiding miscalculations grave consequences perhaps spiral uncontrollable escalation jeopardize fragile balances challenging restoration pathways critical interlocutors sincere bridges opening chances diplomacy renewed search common ground imperative collectively endorsed urgently embraced prioritizing lives safeguarded above ephemeral superficial victories satisfying appetites despotic impulses harmful extremist factions exacerbating carnage suffering misery hurt communities ravaged insecurity perpetuated endless cycles animosities excluded dialogues healing processes spanning generations .
