Netanyahu’s war? Analysts say Trump’s Iran strikes benefit Israel, not US

Al JazeeraCenterEN 5 min read 100% complete by Ali HarbMarch 1, 2026 at 03:14 AM

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In 2026, President Trump ordered a large-scale assault on Iran, stating his goal was to bring "freedom" to the country. This action contradicts his previous criticism of US interventionist policies in the Middle East. Analysts suggest the war primarily benefits Israel and Prime Minister Netanyahu, who has long advocated for action against Iran, claiming they are close to acquiring nuclear weapons. Experts like Negar Mortazavi argue that the US, pushed by Israel, is launching another war of choice, despite Trump's earlier stance against regime change and his self-proclaimed role as a "president of peace." The article highlights the irony of Trump's actions given his past criticisms of interventionist policies.

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Ali Khamenei 35% Center for International Policy 40% Iraq 40% George W Bush 60% Negar Mortazavi ×260% Benjamin Netanyahu ×275% Israel ×585% Donald Trump ×590% United States ×1090% Iran ×1195%

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war with iran 90% israel 80% us foreign policy 70% regime change 70% donald trump 60% benjamin netanyahu 60% interventionism 50% middle east 50% nuclear weapons 40%

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