WASHINGTON SHOULD WORK WITH ARAB STATES TO SECURE PEACE WITH IRAN – KEEPING CHINA AND RUSSIA AT BAY

President Joe Biden may think he has three main foreign policy priorities this year – China, Russia and Iran – but the truth is, as far as the Middle East is concerned, all these challenges roll into one. That is because both China and Russia are seeking increased influence in the Middle East, and hoping for potential missteps from the USA over the Iran file to leverage their diplomatic positions. The Biden administration could deal with all three problems with smart diplomacy, but only if it actively engages Arab states and makes sure Israel is not left ...


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