Biden is now in trouble, having just dealt with the crisis in Texas and then in trouble in the Middle East.
According to Iran's Press TV, on January 28, the US military in the Middle EastFive basesAttacked by armed Iraqi militias, causedThree American soldiers were killed and more than thirty wounded
This is the first time that US troops have appeared in the Middle East since the new round of the Palestinian-Israeli conflictImportant**.
The means of this attack were very cruel and were usedDrones and rockets carrying **, mainly against those controlled by the US militaryA base near the oil field
This has caused great anger and fear among Americans, and Republican Congressman Graham has even asked for Biden**Retaliatory strike against Iran,to safeguard the dignity and interests of the United States.
However, Biden did not do this, but said that he would take action against the perpetrators, but would not start a war with Iran and did not want to exacerbate the conflict in the Middle East.
This is a wise choice, because if Biden does make a move on Iran, then the United States risks getting bogged down in a new quagmire of war or even triggering a global crisis.
This is Biden's bottom line in power, and it is also his Middle East problem.
Why, then, would Iraqi militia forces launch such an attack on US troops? What are their motivations?
Actually, there are complexities behind thispolitical and religious factors, we can analyze it from the following three aspects.
The Iraqi militia is not a single organization, but a coalition of Shiite militants, all of whom have in common a common denominatorIran's support and influence.
Iran is the leading country of ShiismThere has been an attempt to create a "Shiite arc" in the Middle East, including Iraq, Syria, Lebanon, Yemen and other countries and regions.
Iran's aim is to counter the power of the United States and Israel, as well as the Sunni countries of the Middle East, such as Saudi Arabia and Egypt.
Iran sees the United States as a troublemaker in the Middle East, Israel as the oppressor of the Palestinians, and Sunni countries as enemies of Shiism.
As a result, Iran has been supporting and financing Iraqi militias to counter the U.S. presence and interference in the Middle East.
Iraqi militias are also loyal supporters of IranThey believe that the United States is the aggressor and occupier of Iraq and the enemy of the Iraqi people.
They have been carrying out attacks on US military bases to express their displeasure and **.
This attack is an attempt to expand the prestige of the Shiite arc, to demonstrate their strength and determination to the United States and the world, and to win Iran's appreciation and support.
Another purpose of the Iraqi militia is to induce the withdrawal of US troops from Iraq as soon as possible.
Since the invasion of Iraq in 2003, the United States has stationed tens of thousands of troops in Iraq, participating in Iraq's reconstruction and counterterrorism.
However, the presence of the United States did not bring peace and stability to Iraq, but instead provoked civil strife and **,This has resulted in the suffering and sacrifice of the Iraqi people.
Both the Iraqi militia and the Iraqi ** hope that the US military will leave Iraq as soon as possibleLet Iraq return to its sovereignty and dignity.
However, the United States does not want to do this, because the United States believes that if it withdraws its troops, it will expand the power of Iran and terrorist groups, and threaten the interests and security of the United States.
Therefore, the United States put forward a condition, that is, the Iranian militia groups stopped attacking the US military base, and the Iraqi ** army had the ability to protect itself.
However, neither the Iraqi militia nor the Iraqi ** were willing to accept this conditionThey think that the United States is stalling for timeMake excuses not to withdraw troops.
They didn't want to wait a moment, saying that it didn't matter if Iraq was flooded or notThe U.S. military must leave now.
Therefore, by attacking the US military base, they are putting pressure on the United States, creating momentum for the expulsion of the US military, and also to prove to the Iraqi people their ability and determination.
The third motive of the Iraqi militias is to avenge the people of Gaza and the Iraqis.
The United States has always been a staunch ally of Israel and supports Israel's position and actions on the Palestinian issue.
Recently, Israel has carried out a brutal assault on Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, causing a large number of civilians** and property damage.
Instead of condemning Israel's atrocities, the United States has provided military and diplomatic support to Israel.
This has caused great indignation and sympathy among the Iraqi militias and IranThey believe that the United States and Israel are the source of evil in the Middle East, is the enemy of the Muslims.
They decided to avenge the people of Gaza and the Iraqis by attacking the US military baseto send a strong ** and warning to the United States and Israel,It is also to show their justice and solidarity to the whole world.
The U.S. military has encountered a major ** in the Middle East, which is a serious challenge for Biden**.
The attack by the Iraqi militia is not only a provocation and retaliation against the United States, but also an impact and interference on the situation in the Middle East.
Biden must find a balance between safeguarding U.S. interests and security and avoiding war with Iran.
This is an easy task that requires the wisdom and determination of Biden.
The United States and Iran are both important countries in the Middle East, and their relations and actions will affect peace and stability in the Middle East and the world.
We hope that the United States and Iran will put aside their prejudices and hostilitiesWith a rational and friendly attitude, we will work together to safeguard the harmony and development of the Middle Eastto contribute to the well-being and progress of humanity.
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