Seriously, Show This to Your Fox-Watching MAGA Friends
Tim Miller discusses Trump's decision to cancel a military strike on Iran at the request of Middle Eastern allies. The article emphasizes that the focus should be on the influence of these countries rather than the diplomatic aspect. It highlights the dynamics of international relations and decision-making in the context of U.S. foreign policy.
- ▪Trump decided to stand down from a planned military strike on Iran.
- ▪The decision was influenced by requests from Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE.
- ▪The article suggests that the real story lies in who is making the requests, not just the diplomacy involved.
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Playback speed×Share postShare post at current timeShare from 0:000:00/Preview1Seriously, Show This to Your Fox-Watching MAGA FriendsTim MillerMay 19, 2026∙ Paid1ShareTim Miller takes on Trump's last-minute decision to stand down from a planned military strike on Iran, and why the real story isn't the diplomacy, it's who's doing the asking. Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE told Trump to hold off, and he said yes.Leave a commentAs always: Watch, listen, and leave a comment. Bulwark+ Takes is home to short videos, livestreams, and event archives exclusively for Bulwark+ members.Add Bulwark+ Takes feed to your player of choice, here.Continue reading this post for free, courtesy of The Bulwark.Claim my free postOr purchase a paid subscription.Bulwark+ TakesAudio Bulwark+ Takes brings you…
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