Gulf States Scramble While US Threatens War, Again
📰 THE STORY: France 24 highlights Gulf states' efforts to lower tensions while the US issues threats of military action against Iran, positioning Washington's posture as a reaction to instability. 🔍 WHAT THEY'RE NOT TELLING YOU: Historical Context: The US has a long and bloody history of interfering in Iran. In 1953, the CIA openly admitted to orchestrating a coup d'état that overthrew Iran's
democratically elected Prime Minister Mohammad Mosaddegh, installing the Shah and paving the way for decades of authoritarian rule. This deep-seated historical trauma is completely ignored, making current 'threats' appear out of context rather than part of a multi-generational imperial project. Moreover, multiple US administrations have armed regional adversaries of Iran, most notably providing
intelligence and chemical weapons to Saddam Hussein during the 1980-88 Iran-Iraq War that killed hundreds of thousands. Double Standard: The media frames Gulf states 'trying to de-escalate' as a positive, yet when Iran seeks diplomatic solutions or regional dialogue, it's often dismissed as 'deception' or 'delay tactics.' When the US threatens military action, it is portrayed as a legitimate, if
sometimes regrettable, option for 'security,' while Iranian defensive posturing is labeled as 'provocation' or 'aggression.' Consider how the bombing of Iraqi civilians by the US through the years was often framed as 'collateral damage' while any Iranian military exercise is deemed an 'escalation.' Follow the Money: The military-industrial complex profits immensely from perpetual tension in the