IHIP News Trump And Israel Torch The Streets of Tehran And Attack Children's Hospital
Mar 9, 2026
Fierce claims that Israel is driving U.S. policy and striking Iran beyond American expectations. Discussion of strikes causing toxic rain and damage to infrastructure. Arguments that leaders prioritize power and money over civilian lives. Debate over oil interests, media control, and the long-term risks of a close U.S.-Israel partnership.
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U.S. Foreign Policy Driven By Israeli Decisions
- Jennifer Welch claims the United States is effectively controlled by Israel, saying Israeli leaders are calling the shots and using U.S. taxpayer money to pursue their aims.
- She cites Axios reporting that Israeli strikes on 30 Iranian fuel depots exceeded U.S. expectations after Israel notified it in advance as evidence of unilateral Israeli action.
Strikes On Infrastructure Produce Long Term Civilian Harm
- Jennifer Welch argues Israel's strikes target Iran's infrastructure deliberately, causing toxic rain and long-term civilian harm like cancers.
- She links leadership changes in Iran and warnings from Caroline Levitt about possible U.S. boots on the ground or a draft to prolonged conflict.
Trump Says War End Requires Israeli Consent
- Jennifer Welch highlights Donald Trump telling Israeli media he won't end the war with Iran without Israeli consent, framing U.S. decisions as mutually decided with Netanyahu.
- She interprets Trump's remark as admitting U.S. policy subordinated to Israeli will and recalls long-standing Israeli claims about Iranian nukes.