Biden's Missed Chance: How Diplomacy Could Have Avoided the Israel-Iran Conflict

2015: A Historic Deal

In 2015, the U.S. and Iran reached a historic nuclear deal, but it didn't last long.

2018: Trump's Withdrawal

Trump pulled the U.S. out, and tensions rose.

2023: Escalation and War

This month, Israel and Iran exchanged strikes, leading to a 12-day war.

Who's to Blame?

Many blame Trump and Netanyahu, but Biden also played a role.

2021: Biden's Chance to Fix Things

Biden had a chance to undo Trump's mistakes, but the Iran deal was more complicated.

Biden's Approach

• Wanted Iran to make changes first
• Delayed talks
• Gave hard-liners in Iran more power

2021-2024: Domestic Agenda Over Diplomacy

Instead of focusing on the Iran deal, Biden prioritized his domestic agenda.

Advisers' Role

• Brett McGurk didn't push for a quick solution
• Israel sabotaged negotiations with attacks on Iran's nuclear facilities

2024: Military Strikes Considered

By the end of Biden's term, the U.S. was considering military strikes on Iran.

The Aftermath

• Death and destruction in Israel and Iran
• Iran's nuclear program is now more advanced than ever

The Solution

The only way to limit Iran's nuclear capabilities is through diplomacy, not military action.

Biden's Inaction

Biden's inaction has made the situation worse.