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middle-east29 days ago

EU Lawmaker Says Military Action May Be Needed to Change Iran's Regime

EU Parliament member Sebastian Tynkkynen says that after sanctions and diplomacy, military intervention may be required to force regime change in Iran, including designating the IRGC as a terrorist organization, tightening sanctions, ending trade, and expelling Iranian diplomats; NATO discussions have touched on a coalition for action, while the EU also pushed a resolution calling for an end to executions. He argues that harder sanctions are supported by the Iranian people despite hardship, and that the leadership is not legitimate.

The Limits of External Power Amid Iran’s Protests
world1 month ago

The Limits of External Power Amid Iran’s Protests

Foreign Affairs senior fellow Andrew P. Miller argues that U.S. military intervention to shield Iranian protesters would likely be limited in effect and risk a broader backlash, offering only temporary relief and potentially undermining long-term democratic prospects. He organizes options into deterrence (targeting missiles or regime leadership) and disruption (attacking communications, security bases, or using cyber tools), but cautions that even successful strikes might not alter the regime’s repression and could provoke retaliation. Miller urges a cautious U.S. role: no ground troops or coercive regime changes, but support through nonmilitary means—such as expanding free communications access (Starlink), international accountability for abuses, and diplomacy—to empower Iranians to determine their own future.

Poll: Majority say Trump's overseas military actions have gone too far
politics1 month ago

Poll: Majority say Trump's overseas military actions have gone too far

A new AP-NORC poll finds 56% of U.S. adults believe President Trump has gone too far in using the military abroad, with broad disapproval of his foreign policy and Venezuela handling. While some see benefits in halting drug trafficking from Venezuela, Americans are split on economic and national security impacts, and most prefer a less active U.S. role overseas; Republicans largely back the actions as 'about right' and oppose further escalation.

Trump Warns of Cuba's Instability Amid Regional Tensions
world1 month ago

Trump Warns of Cuba's Instability Amid Regional Tensions

U.S. President Donald Trump threatened Colombia's Petro and suggested Cuba might fall soon, amid recent U.S. actions in Latin America including the seizure of Maduro in Venezuela, signaling potential increased military intervention and a push to assert U.S. dominance in the region, while Latin American leaders call for regional unity and condemn unilateral U.S. actions.

U.S. and Venezuela: Calls for Peace and Legal Concerns Over Leadership
politics1 month ago

U.S. and Venezuela: Calls for Peace and Legal Concerns Over Leadership

President Trump announced the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and plans to manage Venezuela until a new regime is established, but faced widespread opposition from the American public, with polls showing strong disapproval of military intervention. The move bypassed congressional approval and was met with resistance from Venezuela's new leadership, highlighting the unpopularity of U.S. military actions in Venezuela and raising concerns about democratic legitimacy and future political repercussions.

Congress's Power Erodes Amid Trump’s Venezuela Actions
politics1 month ago

Congress's Power Erodes Amid Trump’s Venezuela Actions

The article discusses the ongoing struggle between Congress and the President over war powers, highlighting recent U.S. military actions in Venezuela and the limited effectiveness of legislative efforts like the War Powers Resolution to restrain presidential military actions, emphasizing that this issue transcends party lines and reflects a broader institutional challenge.

Trump's 'Donroe' Doctrine: A Costly Shift in Latin American Policy
world1 month ago

Trump's 'Donroe' Doctrine: A Costly Shift in Latin American Policy

The article criticizes Donald Trump's aggressive reassertion of US dominance in the Western Hemisphere, reminiscent of the Monroe Doctrine, through threats, military posturing, and interference, which risks destabilizing the region and provoking backlash, while also highlighting the complex geopolitical tensions with China and Russia.