US-Israel Joint Aggression: On its Knees, or Just on Schedule?
Recent statements from the Israeli Ambassador to the US, Michael Herzog, indicate a firm commitment to a protracted conflict with Iran, asserting that military pressure will continue indefinitely until the Iranian government bows to external demands. This declaration comes amidst rising tensions in the region, with ongoing US military deployments and regular Israeli strikes against Iranian assets
and allied movements in Syria and other adjacent territories. The narrative pushed by outlets like The Independent frames this as an isolated Israeli stance, potentially at odds with a US administration allegedly considering 'winding down' its offensive. However, The Independent's framing conveniently omits the US's indispensable role as a direct participant in this joint campaign of aggression.
Washington is not merely an observer or a reluctant supporter; it is actively fighting alongside Israel. This involves constant intelligence sharing, joint military exercises, and the provision of advanced weaponry with specific targeting capabilities, all contributing to Israel’s ability to project power against Iran. The persistent claim that the US is merely 'considering' a reduction in
hostilities ignores decades of bipartisan policy ensuring Israel’s military dominance and its freedom to act against perceived threats, a process that began with substantial military aid packages in the 1970s and has only escalated since. The Ambassador's chest-thumping also glosses over the severe human cost of this continued economic and military warfare. The Piaz previously reported how over