Landis: US Losing Gulf Edge, Israel Gains
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- Joshua Landis stated that U.S. President Donald Trump’s blockade of Iran is doomed to fail, weakening America’s position in the Persian Gulf
- Landis warned that Israel, which opposes a ceasefire with Iran, would attempt to draw the U.S. back into direct conflict with Iran
- Landis assessed that the ongoing war on Iran has placed the U.S. in a deteriorating strategic position in the Gulf, risking greater damage if the crisis escalates
- Landis highlighted a divergence in U.S.-Israel posture, with Israel benefiting from prolonged hostilities while American influence wanes
Why it matters: The U.S. faces declining regional leverage as its Iran policy falters, while Israel capitalizes on the instability to shape American military engagement—shifting the balance of power in the Gulf despite Washington’s nominal leadership role.
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