Indeed, in a significant historical coincidence, US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken gave an interview to 60 Minutes on May 2, 2021, in which he stated that the Middle East was “quieter” since President Joe Biden took office. A week later, on May 10, conflict erupted between Israel and militant groups in Gaza, led by Hamas. This led to a series of rocket attacks and air strikes resulting in numerous casualties on both sides, challenging the assertion that the Middle Eastern situation had become stabilized. These events underline the complexities and challenges the Biden administration faces in its approach to Middle East policy.
Flashback: Biden admin bragged about ‘quieter’ Middle East one week before attack on Israel
