We are often, and rightly, judged by the company we keep. Historically, the United States pals around with England, France and Germany, counties that share our interests and values. All three countries condemn our withdrawal from the Iran Agreement. Russia and China get to have it both ways. They condemn America for fecklessly violating the agreement, while enjoying increased influence in the region.
Abroad we are applauded by Israel and Saudi Arabia. At home John Bolton and the Neo-Cons are reprising the battle hymn that preceded the Iraq invasion. Israel and Saudi Arabia would like to destabilize Iran without the cost and condemnation of going to war. Far better to have the US as a dumb stalking horse charging blindly forward to stop nuclear development by Iran.
For make no mistake, the self proclaimed master of the deal, will be master of none. Universal sanctions forged the Iran Nuclear Deal. This go around Russia and China will abstain, and our allies may grudgingly comply to avoid being sanctioned by us. Less leverage will not move Iran farther.
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