Israel sought cooperation from the United States to launch a strike on Iran's nuclear sites
The United States and Iran are set to hold a second round of indirect talks, scheduled for this Saturday in Rome. These discussions follow the initial round of negotiations that took place in Oman last week.
According to a report by The New York Times, the U.S. was supposed to protect Israel from potential Iranian retaliation following a planned attack on Iranian nuclear facilities. However, the U.S. did not provide direct support or participate in Israel's unilateral strike in May 2020. Instead, Israel launched the attack independently, with the U.S. limiting its role to verbal support and strategic military positioning to deter wider conflict.
The reasons behind the U.S.'s decision not to support Israel's attack directly include a desire to avoid direct war, diplomatic considerations, and domestic and international political constraints. The Trump administration was engaged in direct nuclear negotiations with Iran, creating tension between diplomatic efforts and military actions. Moreover, public and political opposition to U.S. military involvement in a broader Iran-Israel conflict was significant, including among Trump’s own supporters. International partners also emphasized a preference for diplomacy over military escalation.
In a surprising turn of events, President Donald Trump opted for negotiations with Iran instead of the planned attack. The success of the Israeli attack was a key factor in its plans, but the report does not specify whether the U.S. negotiations with Iran were directly related to the planned attack.
The U.S. and Iran have described the talks as "positive" and "constructive," indicating a potential for progress in the ongoing negotiations. However, the report does not mention any direct talks between the U.S. and Iran about the planned attack on Iranian nuclear facilities.
As the world watches, the second round of talks promises to be a significant step in the ongoing diplomatic dance between the U.S. and Iran. The outcome of these discussions could have far-reaching implications for regional stability and the non-proliferation of nuclear weapons.
The indirect talks between the United States and Iran, scheduled for this Saturday in Rome, are not solely about military actions like the planned attack on Iranian nuclear facilities, as they are also influenced by general politics and international news, encompassing diplomatic considerations and the non-proliferation of nuclear weapons. The U.S. politics surrounding war-and-conflicts have played a significant role in their decision to engage in negotiations rather than directly support Israel's attack on Iranian nuclear facilities last May, as reported by The New York Times.
