Trump and the Middle East DEC 24, 2025
What the National Defense Authorization Act gets right in the Middle East
And where It falls short – opinion
The fiscal year 2026 NDAA is not a failure; it reflects progress, realism, and a growing appreciation for the complexity of the current Middle East security environment.
The fiscal year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) reflects Washington’s recognition that the Middle East remains a strategic concern.
Iran’s missile and drone attacks, Houthi disruption of global shipping, and the vulnerability of forward U.S. bases have forced realism into the conversation.
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