Former top US diplomat reveals mistakes made after 9/11 attacks

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Former top US diplomat reveals mistakes made after 9/11 attacks

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Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad describes misgivings about the US handling of the Afghanistan and Iraq wars.

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  • • Zalmay Khalilzad admits the U.S. made major mistakes in Afghanistan and Iraq following 9/11.

  • • The U.S. failed to negotiate with the Taliban early and relied on flawed intelligence regarding Iraq.

  • • These strategic errors contributed to long term instability and the eventual return of the Taliban.
Context
The post 9/11 era was defined by massive military interventions driven by emotional responses and intelligence failures. These actions reshaped global geopolitics and led to significant American loss of life and resources.

Christian Perspective
The failure to secure decisive victories reflects a lack of moral clarity and strength in leadership. Christian leaders should prioritize the protection of their own people over the messy and often failed business of nation building in foreign lands.

Implications
These failures demonstrate the danger of globalist agendas that prioritize international stability over American sovereignty. Such errors drain the resources necessary to protect the traditional family and the Christian foundations of our own nation.

Broader Trends
This pattern shows how the administrative state often pursues interventionist policies that do not serve the American people. It highlights the disconnect between the ruling elite and the actual interests of the nation.

Takeaway
America must adopt a strictly America First approach to foreign policy to avoid further waste. We must focus on defending our borders and our heritage rather than attempting to manage the politics of foreign nations.

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