The Decline of American Influence in the Region: Navigating a Changing Global Landscape
Delve into the diminishing era of American dominance in the region, exploring the challenges and implications of a shifting global landscape on US influence.
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Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates utilize their influence in the realms of finance, oil, and sports. They leverage their strategic significance to their advantage, disregarding the positions of America and previously England.
In Israel, there is a push from Jewish nationalists and religious hardliners to shape the country's future in opposition to the desires of Washington. This situation bears resemblance to the British government's experience during the final days of their trusteeship in the region.
In Turkey, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, who aims to revive the empire, creates divisions between the West and the East. He alternates between seeking benefits from the United States, NATO, the European Union, Russia, and China.
Since assuming office in 2021, President Joe Biden has largely refrained from direct involvement in the ongoing crises in the West Bank, Lebanon, Iraq, Syria, Yemen, Libya, and Sudan. This can be attributed to the challenges within the United States and his focus on issues related to China and Ukraine.
One of President Joe Biden's significant commitments in the region, specifically the restoration of the Iran nuclear deal that was dismantled by former US President Donald Trump, has not been accomplished thus far.
President Biden is openly working to redefine America's global leadership. He asserts that he is addressing the influence of Beijing and Moscow while simultaneously deploying an additional 3,000 troops to the Persian Gulf this month, presumably to assert dominance. However, the era of American dominance has long passed.
As the US presidential election draws near, Joe Biden aims to achieve an "unlikely hat trick. " This feat includes securing the US agreement with Iran, facilitating a historic peace agreement between Saudi Arabia and Israel, and successfully establishing an independent Palestinian state. These accomplishments would be considered a significant achievement in the realm of diplomacy for him.
Regarding the matter of Iran, discussions held in Qatar regarding the release of American prisoners marked a significant development this month. Furthermore, the United States is concerned about the resumption of diplomatic relations between Iran and Saudi Arabia, brokered by China. Simultaneously, the US is making efforts to persuade Mohammed bin Salman, the de facto leader of Saudi Arabia, to recommit to the "Abraham Accord" and normalize relations with Israel.
It appears that Joe Biden believes that by securing Israel's agreement, he can enhance the chances of Palestinian independence, halt West Bank annexation plans, and revive the peace process for a two-state solution. However, his aspirations for this hat trick as unrealistic and unlikely to materialize.
The era of American superpower is reaching its end. While President Biden may strive to uphold this longstanding order, it is believed that America, much like Britain, will soon become a part of history.
Author: Simon Tisdall, Columnist - Guardian newspaper
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