EPISODE · Nov 2, 2020 · 30 MIN
Washington and Baghdad: Where Do Things Stand Now? with Michael Pregent
from Middle East Forum Podcast · host Middle East Forum
Since overthrowing Saddam Hussain, the U.S. government has mishandled its relations in Iraq, leaving Iraqis with little reason to trust it. Three examples: backing Nouri al-Maliki as premier, supporting a pro-Iranian militia in the war on ISIS, then permitting it to infiltrate the Iraqi government, where it operates with impunity, posing a threat to Iraqis, Israelis, and all Middle Easterners. Will Washington listen to the cries of the people and push Iran out? Can Iraq ever be free?
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Since overthrowing Saddam Hussain, the U.S. government has mishandled its relations in Iraq, leaving Iraqis with little reason to trust it. Three examples: backing Nouri al-Maliki as premier, supporting a pro-Iranian militia in the war on ISIS, then permitting it to infiltrate the Iraqi government, where it operates with impunity, posing a threat to Iraqis, Israelis, and all Middle Easterners. Will Washington listen to the cries of the people and push Iran out? Can Iraq ever be free?
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