Abraham Accords: Shifting U.S. Strategy in the Middle East

In recent developments, the U.S.-sponsored Abraham Accords, which aimed to reduce American military presence in the Middle East, are now being viewed through a different lens. Jared Kushner, a key architect of the Accords, has shifted focus towards a regime change campaign in Lebanon, suggesting that the U.S. should support Israel in its military actions against Hezbollah. This comes in the wake of Israel's assassination of Hezbollah commander Hassan Nasrallah, which has escalated tensions in the region. The Israeli military has initiated a ground incursion into Lebanon, following discussions with the Biden administration that prevented a full-scale invasion. Kushner's perspective highlights Iran as a significant threat, linking it to Hezbollah's historical actions against U.S. forces in Lebanon. The situation is further complicated by Iran's potential nuclear capabilities, which the U.S. government believes could be developed within months. The backdrop of these events includes Israel's previous military interventions in Lebanon, particularly the 1982 invasion aimed at eliminating Palestinian guerrillas. The current military actions are seen as a continuation of this long-standing conflict, with the potential for broader implications for U.S. foreign policy in the region. As tensions rise, the dynamics between Israel, Lebanon, and Iran are becoming increasingly complex, raising questions about the effectiveness of the Abraham Accords in achieving lasting peace and stability in the Middle East.