Netanyahu's 'Golden Opportunity' Still Glowing Years Later
Back in 2018, Newsweek highlighted how Trump's aggressive stance on Iran was perceived by Netanyahu as a chance to push for regime change. This isn't a new playbook. Netanyahu, a consistent hawk on Iran, has been advocating for military action against the Islamic Republic for decades. He’s been predicting an Iranian nuclear bomb imminently since at least 1992, repeatedly using the specter of Iran
as an existential threat to justify policies and secure international support (and weaponry). While Newsweek discussed the possibility of an Iran strike, they glossed over the deeply intertwined history of such calls with US political cycles and, crucially, significant financial backing. For instance, AIPAC, a major lobbying group, consistently pushes for aggressive policies towards Iran,
contributing millions to US politicians who echo these sentiments. In the 2018 cycle alone, groups advocating for pro-Israel policies poured millions into campaigns, influencing votes on critical legislation related to the region. So, when a US president (Trump then, Biden now) contemplates military action, it’s not just a geopolitical alignment; it's often the culmination of years of relentless
lobbying and narrative shaping. One might wonder how many 'golden opportunities' for war America needs before someone questions the alchemists.