Jeffrey Sachs: Iran Smashes US Hegemony, Trump's Imperial Delusion
Sachs: Iran Crushes US Hegemony, Trump's Delusion

American economist Jeffrey Sachs delivered a blistering critique of U.S. foreign policy, arguing that Iran's ability to withstand military and economic pressure has exposed the limits of American power in the Middle East.

Iran's Resilience Exposes US Weakness

Sachs claimed that Washington's decades-long pursuit of regional dominance has failed, while Iran's resilience has shattered what he described as President Donald Trump's "imperial delusion."

Warning to Gulf Allies

In a message directed at Gulf allies, particularly the UAE, Sachs warned that relying on American security guarantees is a risky bet. "America will not protect you," he argued, adding that countries closely aligned with Washington often end up paying a heavy price for that partnership.

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  • Sachs criticized the U.S. approach in the Middle East as counterproductive.
  • He highlighted Iran's successful resistance against sanctions and military threats.
  • The economist urged regional nations to diversify their alliances.

Watch the full speech for more details on Sachs' analysis of U.S. foreign policy failures.

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