US Response to Iran’s Restraint: A Dangerous Escalation
The US response to Iran’s restraint throughout this crisis has been to keep sending destructive weapons to Israel, with which it has devastated Gaza, killed tens of thousands of women and children, bombed neighboring capitals, and beefed up the forces it would need to attack Iran.
Iran recently fired missiles at Israel in retaliation for assassinations, sparking concerns of all-out war. Despite Iran’s efforts to avoid conflict, tensions continue to rise. The US vetoed cease-fire resolutions, adding to the instability.
With Iran calling for peace and highlighting Israel’s nuclear threat, the situation remains precarious. The possibility of a catastrophic war looms large, highlighting the lack of US diplomatic leadership. Protests and warnings from various groups underscore the urgent need for de-escalation.
Authors Medea Benjamin and Nicolas J. S. Davies emphasize the critical importance of preventing war with Iran in their book War in Ukraine: Making Sense of a Senseless Conflict.
Medea Benjamin, known for her activism with CODEPINK for Peace, echoes the plea for peace in her book Inside Iran: The Real History and Politics of the Islamic Republic of Iran.