The true reason why the US backs Israel @TransnationalInst

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Adam Hanieh explores the true nature of U.S. support for Israel and how it connects to American imperial interests in the Middle East. Contrary to popular belief, U.S. policy towards Israel is not driven by the "Israel lobby," but by the strategic importance of the region’s oil and gas resources. Israel and the Gulf monarchies—such as Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Qatar—are key pillars of U.S. power in the Middle East, helping to maintain global fossil fuel dominance.

Adam Hanieh highlights how Palestine’s struggle is not only about liberation but also part of the larger fight against fossil capitalism and the future of the planet. Understanding the links between U.S. foreign policy, the Israel-Gulf alliance, and global oil markets is crucial to grasping the geopolitical forces at play in the region today.

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