Trump's deal making leaves Iran in the driver's seat and Israel more vulnerable
Donald Trump's recent deal-making with Iran has shifted the balance of power in the region, leaving Israel more vulnerable. The deal appears to offer US concessions upfront while Iran's power is set to increase. Analysts describe the situation as a significant strategic failure for both the US and Israel.
- ▪Trump's announcement of a deal with Iran indicates a significant shift in US foreign policy.
- ▪Israel's focus on messaging has undermined its support from the international community.
- ▪The deal allows Iran to rebuild its influence in the region, posing existential threats to Israel.
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analysisDonald Trump's deal making leaves Iran in the driver's seat and Israel more vulnerableLBy Laura TingleTopic:World PoliticsMon 25 May 2026 at 5:24amMon 25 May 2026 at 5:24amMon 25 May 2026 at 5:24amDonald Trump is pushing for a negotiated end to the Iran war. (AP: Jacquelyn Martin)abc.net.au/news/tingle-trump-deal-iran-war-israel-vulnerable/106716792Link copiedShareShare articleThere, in plain sight, on the weekend was the undignified haste with which Donald Trump declared a deal had been done with Iran to end their conflict: a deal that appears to offer US concessions up front for Iranian ones at some point in the future.
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