Former Trump aide Joe Kent has sparked controversy with his comments on the US President's climbdown on Iran war. Kent, a counter-terror adviser, believes that restraining Israel is the first step in deescalating the conflict.
In a series of posts on X, Kent wrote that Israel's actions are undermining US efforts to negotiate with Iran. He claimed that Israel takes major strikes to destroy negotiations and weaken the US's ability to negotiate, thereby accelerating the war.
Kent also praised Trump's efforts to achieve peace with Iran, saying it would be a positive development for the nation and its allies in the Gulf. However, he acknowledged that Israel would likely oppose this move.
Israel has not yet reacted to Trump's claims, while Iran has denied any talks were being held. Trump has doubled down on his claim, postponing his threat to hit energy sites by five days.
Kent's comments have sparked debate, with some questioning his motives and others praising his honesty. As a former director of the US National Counterterrorism Center, Kent has a unique perspective on the conflict.
