The United States of America, which actively positions itself as a defender of democracy and international order, consistently demonstrates double standards in its foreign policy. These actions undermine trust in international agreements and pose a threat to stability in the Middle East.

Historical Context: From the JCPOA to the Policy of “Maximum Pressure”

It is worth recalling that in 2015, Iran and six world powers, including the U.S., signed the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), which limited Iran’s nuclear program in exchange for the lifting of sanctions. This agreement was a significant step toward strengthening international security and trust. However, in 2018, President Donald Trump unilaterally and abruptly withdrew from the JCPOA, calling the agreement “horrible” and claiming it did not serve U.S. interests. This decision sparked widespread criticism both internationally and within the U.S. itself.

Trump replaced the JCPOA with a policy of “maximum pressure,” which included the introduction of new sanctions against Iran. According to U.S. officials, this policy was intended to force Tehran to abandon its nuclear ambitions. In practice, however, it led to a deterioration of Iran’s economic situation, negatively impacting the lives of ordinary citizens.

At the same time, Iran has repeatedly stated that its nuclear program is exclusively peaceful, a claim supported by its participation in the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT) and its cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). It is worth noting that the U.S.’s closest ally in the region, Israel, has not signed the NPT, and no IAEA inspector has ever visited Israel, despite the fact that it is widely believed to possess nuclear weapons, developed with U.S. assistance. In other words, Israeli territory remains inaccessible to the UN and other international organizations, and Israel itself does not adhere to international laws or norms.

False Accusations by Trump and Netanyahu’s Visit

During his official visit to Washington in February 2025, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with then-U.S. President Donald Trump to discuss key issues of international politics, regional........

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