1. Whatever you think of US policy in this war, some things are clear: Washington failed to shorten the war, arrange an earlier Gaza or Lebanon ceasefire, or secure a deal to release most hostages. US also failed to deter Iran from attacking Israel. 2. US did provide Israel with very significant military aid & diplomatic support, which was crucial. But overall, US strategic handling of this major Mideast conflict wasn’t great. 3. This is unfortunate, as the war presented a unique opportunity to reassert American power & influence. US partly achieved this, but a better approach could have delivered much stronger results. https://bird.makeup/@israelradar_com/1852734297246978249
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