Former US intelligence chief blames Israel for escalation
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Former US National Counterterrorism Center director Joe Kent has sharply criticized Israel’s conduct in the conflict with Iran, saying it has “gone out of control” and is dragging the United States deeper into the confrontation.
Joe Kent stated that Israel is acting independently in its war with Iran and has lost control over the escalation. He made the remarks in an interview with journalist Tucker Carlson.
According to Kent, President Donald Trump’s top priority should be to rein in Israel’s actions. He stressed that while the United States will continue to defend Israel, offensive operations must be halted.
Kent argued that Washington should take a tougher stance and warn Israel that continued military action could lead to reduced US support. “This is our war. We are paying for it and shedding blood,” he said.
Meanwhile, exchanges of strikes between Israel and Iran continue. Since late February, the US and Israel have been targeting sites in Iran, including Tehran. In response, Iran has launched strikes on Israeli territory and US military facilities in the Middle East.
Kent’s remarks highlight growing divisions within the US political establishment over the scope and consequences of American involvement in the regional conflict.
According to Kent, President Donald Trump’s top priority should be to rein in Israel’s actions. He stressed that while the United States will continue to defend Israel, offensive operations must be halted.
Kent argued that Washington should take a tougher stance and warn Israel that continued military action could lead to reduced US support. “This is our war. We are paying for it and shedding blood,” he said.
Meanwhile, exchanges of strikes between Israel and Iran continue. Since late February, the US and Israel have been targeting sites in Iran, including Tehran. In response, Iran has launched strikes on Israeli territory and US military facilities in the Middle East.
Kent’s remarks highlight growing divisions within the US political establishment over the scope and consequences of American involvement in the regional conflict.
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