Netanyahu's Grip on Trump
This is a worrying take on the Iran standoff: the claim is that Trump is letting Israel steer U.S. military decisions rather than driving his own policy.
- Trump is described as deeply swayed by Netanyahu, more so now than in his first term.
- Iran isn't expected to offer Trump a diplomatic win, leaving him looking for more military options after already striking most available targets.
- A renewed strike risks a retaliatory hit back on the U.S., with Iran likely to respond again.
- Israel is positioned to offer to "handle" further action itself, giving Trump political cover while deepening U.S.-Israel military entanglement.
Outlook: Without a diplomatic breakthrough, the region stays on edge, with more U.S. or Israeli military action against Iran seen as the likely next move.