Why Iran’s Retaliation Moves Them Closer to a Peace Agreement
In my previous article, I outlined what I thought might be President Trump’s strategy regarding Iran. In essence, the President is applying a “peace through strength” foreign policy. His goal is to negotiate a peace agreement. The means of achieving peace is, paradoxically, a show of superior military strength and a willingness to use the military if it becomes necessary. Last night, Iran launched a missile attack against Iraqi/U.S. bases. A total of 15 missiles were…
Trump Removes Iran’s Top Military Leader – What Happens Next?
I’ve written previous articles (here and here) about President Trump’s approach to military interventions in the Middle East. After several key Iranian military leaders were killed last night, some are wondering if we’re looking at a protracted war with Iran. I do not think that’s a likely scenario. Let me explain why. Donald Trump was elected on a foreign policy of “peace through strength”—a motto he borrowed from Ronald Reagan. Reagan realized that the key to ending…
President Trump’s Plan to Make Peace With Iran
I’d like to explain what I believe to be the strategy that President Trump will use to get Iran (and probably Syria) to agree to peace talks. I wrote previously about the President’s strategy to get North Korea to negotiate peace. Even though that process is in its infancy, the fact that there is a process at all is astounding to many. The process Trump will use for Iran is similar. The President’s goal of making…