Today, news broadcast from Washington has sparked serious concern in the international community. US President Donald Trump’s decision to launch heavy bombing airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities has escalated tensions in the Middle East. With this move, the United States has effectively entered into a conflict against Iran. The issue has caused major reverberations in global politics and triggered sharp reactions both internationally and within the United States.
Speaking live to ARB24 TV from Washington, political commentator Dr. Ahmad Shahidov stated that the Trump administration’s decision aims to halt Iran’s nuclear program and strengthen the US position in the region. According to Dr. Shahidov, Democrats in the US are opposing this decision, and society within the country is deeply divided on the issue.
“Public opinion in the United States is split into two. Republicans support Trump’s decision, claiming it is vital for US national interests. Democrats, on the other hand, argue that this move increases the risk of war in the region and could lead to large-scale clashes in the Middle East,” Dr. Ahmad Shahidov emphasized.
Other critical points were also addressed in the live broadcast. According to Dr. Ahmad Shahidov, Iran’s retaliatory actions against these US strikes are expected. One of the most likely scenarios would be Iran closing the Strait of Hormuz. “The Strait of Hormuz is a strategic chokepoint through which nearly 30 percent of the world’s oil shipments pass. If Iran blocks this strait, global energy markets would experience a sharp surge in prices, raising the risk of a global economic crisis,” the political commentator added.
Finally, Dr. Ahmad Shahidov stated that this decision undeniably increases the likelihood of a wider war in the region, and that tensions in the Middle East may intensify in the coming days.
