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RAJOURI JUNE 24:-America, often in coordination with Israel, has intervened in several Muslim-majority countries (like Iraq, Libya, and potentially Iran), often using nuclear weapons or WMDs as a justification.
Under President Trump, however, America reduced its involvement, especially during tensions between Iran and Israel, and appeared to take a back foot instead of launching new wars.
Historical Context & Clarification:Past US Military Actions:Iraq (2003): The U.S. invaded Iraq claiming Saddam Hussein had weapons of mass destruction. No such weapons were found, and the war is still heavily criticized globally.
Libya (2011): The U.S. supported NATO strikes which helped topple Muammar Gaddafi. The country has faced chaos ever since.
Afghanistan (2001): Initially about dismantling al-Qaeda, the U.S. presence lasted 20 years, ending in a controversial withdrawal.
Iran and the U.S.:The U.S. has often accused Iran of pursuing nuclear weapons.
Sanctions, sabotage, and proxy conflicts have shaped the U.S.-Iran relationship.
Trump withdrew from the 2015 Iran nuclear deal (JCPOA) and applied “maximum pressure” sanctions instead of direct war.
Trump’s Policy Style:Trump avoided new wars compared to past presidents.
Despite high tensions (e.g., killing of Iranian General Qassem Soleimani in 2020), Trump did not launch full-scale war.
His administration also emphasized American withdrawal from the Middle East.
Israel and America’s Alliance:The U.S. supports Israel politically and militarily, often backing it diplomatically in conflicts.
However, direct U.S. military involvement in Iran-Israel conflict has not occurred (yet), even under strong Israeli lobbying.
