Middle East
New US ambassador's charm offensive is backfiring in Jordan
Against a backdrop of unpopular support for Israel, locals don't like James Holtsnider's meddling in tribal affairs
February 03, 2026
Against a backdrop of unpopular support for Israel, locals don't like James Holtsnider's meddling in tribal affairs
Even the shifting justifications could be resolved with diplomacy
Trump appears intent on starting another war on Tehran, this time with greater risk of regional chaos and nuclear proliferation
Not exactly what the American president intended when he blasted the longtime politician this week. Or was it?
If, when and how is unclear. But the clock appears to be ticking.
Similar to US realignments, alliances are now forming up over sovereignty, non-interventionism, and criticism of Netanyahu's wars
