Top US Counterterrorism Official Resigns, Accuses Trump of Starting War Under Israeli Pressure
WASHINGTON – Joe Kent, Director of the National Counterterrorism Center, has resigned from his post, publicly criticizing former President Donald Trump’s policies in the Middle East. Kent stated that Trump “started this war due to pressure from Israel and its powerful American lobby,” according to reports.
The resignation, announced earlier today, marks a significant departure within the US intelligence community and raises questions about the influence of foreign policy lobbying on presidential decision-making. Kent’s comments directly challenge the narrative surrounding the escalation of tensions in the region during Trump’s administration.
While details surrounding the specific events leading to Kent’s resignation remain limited, his statement points to a perceived alignment between Trump’s policies and the interests of Israel, fueled by lobbying efforts within the United States.
President Trump, responding to reporters, dismissed Kent’s claims, stating that the former official was “wrong about Iran.”
Kent’s departure follows a period of heightened scrutiny regarding the role of external actors in shaping US foreign policy. The incident is likely to fuel further debate on the transparency and accountability of lobbying activities and their impact on national security decisions.
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