U.S. Foreign Policy
Leaders call the Islamic Republic the “principal source of regional instability,” emphasizing that it can “never have a nuclear weapon.”
As Tehran’s influence collapses in Syria and Lebanon, Ankara is stepping into the void, posing a new and complex threat to Israel’s north.
“A stable and united Syria, which does not offer a safe haven for terrorist organizations, will support regional security and prosperity,” the United States and Turkey stated.
The secretary of state outlined the Trump administration’s approach to Gaza and Iran in Senate testimony.
“When charitable organizations operating in Virginia fail to follow the law, my office has a duty to act,” the state’s attorney general stated.
The president’s itinerary includes Saudi Arabia, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates and potentially Turkey.
The call concerned “many subjects, including the war with Russia/Ukraine, all things Syria, Gaza and more,” Trump posted on Truth Social.
While some analysts call to give the Trump administration the benefit of the doubt, others told JNS the whole notion of negotiation with the ayatollahs is misguided.
The Israeli national security minister discussed mutual defense priorities with House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Brian Mast in Washington, D.C.
“Either the Islamic Republic will dismantle its nuclear program voluntarily, or the free world will do it for them,” said Pastor John Hagee, founder of Christians United for Israel.
Energy Secretary Chris Wright did not say whether the progress in the talks with Saudi Arabia was tied to normalization with Israel.
They also discussed a Gaza ceasefire, Red Sea security and deepening bilateral cooperation.
