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The Vice President’s critics were quick to seize the moment. Political commentators and social media users highlighted past statements Harris made regarding diplomatic efforts with Iran. In a recent interview with CBS News, Harris was asked, “What’s the message to Iran?”
Her response? “Don’t!” The remark has since been ridiculed online, with many questioning the strength of such a response. Greg Price, a political commentator, sarcastically posted on X (formerly Twitter), “Wait, you mean to tell me that Iran is attacking Israel even after Kamala Harris looked them sternly in the face and said ‘DON’T’?”
Further adding to the scrutiny was a resurfaced clip from 2019 where Harris criticized the Trump administration’s dealings with Iran. During an interview with MSNBC’s Rachel Maddow, Harris said, “In a Harris administration, we wouldn’t have gotten ourselves into this mess.” Critics quickly pointed out the irony in light of recent events.
Former President Donald Trump did not remain silent on the matter. He took to Truth Social to blast the Biden-Harris administration for what he views as a weak foreign policy. “Look at the World today — Look at the missiles flying right now in the Middle East, look at what’s happening with Russia/Ukraine, look at Inflation destroying the World. NONE OF THIS HAPPENED WHILE I WAS PRESIDENT!” Trump posted.
He further criticized the administration in a follow-up post, stating, “THIS WAR WAS TOTALLY PREVENTABLE. IT SHOULD HAVE NEVER HAPPENED. IF I WERE PRESIDENT, IT WOULD NOT HAVE HAPPENED!”
Trump’s comments are likely to fuel the growing criticism of the current administration’s handling of international relations, particularly as tensions escalate across multiple regions, including the Middle East, Ukraine, and Russia.
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While the immediate threat from Iran appears to have subsided for now, the broader consequences of the attack are likely to reverberate for weeks, if not longer. The situation has opened the door for renewed debate on Capitol Hill, with Republicans expected to ramp up their criticism of the Biden administration’s foreign policy strategy. Many are questioning whether more could have been done to prevent the attack and if the current diplomatic efforts with Iran are effective.
As the situation evolves, the Israeli government is taking no chances, continuing to assess potential threats in the region. Israeli authorities are also investigating reports of a Palestinian civilian’s death in Jericho, located in the West Bank. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan commented on the situation Tuesday afternoon, stating, “In short, based on what we know at this point, this attack appears to have been defeated and ineffective.”
Sullivan added that the phrase “fog of war” aptly describes the current fluid situation, signaling that developments could shift at any moment.
As missile strikes in the Middle East spark concerns worldwide, the Biden administration will face increased pressure to address its approach to foreign policy. With Iran’s aggression showing no signs of abating and Israel remaining vigilant, the situation demands a more decisive response from Washington.
This latest missile attack on Israel not only raises questions about the efficacy of current diplomatic efforts with Iran but also casts doubt on the Biden administration’s broader handling of Middle Eastern affairs. How the administration navigates this critical moment could have far-reaching implications, both domestically and internationally.
