2024-09-12 06:03:30
However, as The New York Times notes, despite the threatening statements from the White House, the US reaction will most likely be restrained.
Back in March, the Group of Seven (G7) warned of sanctions against Iran if it transferred the missiles to Russia. This was repeated at the NATO summit in Washington in July. Today, US National Security Council spokesman Sean Savett confirmed that the US and its allies are prepared to impose “significant consequences” on Tehran for this action.
However, as the publication emphasizes, President Joe Biden has reasons to act cautiously. The United States has been engaged in complex diplomacy with Iran for several months, trying to prevent the conflict in Gaza from escalating to a regional scale. It is important for Biden not to jeopardize these efforts.
A European official, who was not named, told the Times that with the US presidential campaign in full swing and Biden’s position weakening, his response may not be strong enough.
Some analysts believe the US could step up its military support for Ukraine by sending longer-range missiles. However, there is concern that Biden will avoid escalation and limit aid to Ukraine, as he has done in the past.
In addition, the NYT notes Western concerns that tough action could complicate the position of Iran’s new president, Masoud Pezeshkian, who is seen in the country as a moderate politician.
Earlier, Cursor reported that Biden is obsessed with the war in Gaza after leaving the presidential race.