Israeli Officers Barged Into Meetings At Pentagon During Iran-Israel War Angering US Officials: Tucker Carlson

American political commentator Tucker Carlson revealed on Thursday, on his podcast featuring guest Jeffrey Sachs, that Israeli military officers were present at the United States Department of War headquarters, during the 12-day conflict between Israel, the US, and Iran, last June, where they reportedly barged into closed-door meetings, issued orders, and made demands that angered U.S. Pentagon staff.

Carlson criticized the influence of foreign powers, particularly Israel, within U.S. military decision-making, stating that such actions by foreign officers represent a "deeply unhealthy" behavior that undermines American sovereignty and is enabled by weak U.S. leadership.

During the 12-day war, the U.S. and Israeli forces conducted coordinated bombings against Iran from all sides, with Israeli officers physically present at the Pentagon, Carlson revealed. He said the Israeli officers as entering meetings uninvited, issuing commands, and making demands, with no action taken by U.S. officials to stop them, which reportedly enraged American personnel.

Carlson questioned how a foreign military officer could be allowed to enter U.S. military headquarters and dictate actions, emphasizing that a strong government should not take orders from a weaker foreign power. He attributed this situation to the "weakness of our leaders," which he claimed has allowed a foreign power to exploit the U.S.

Economist and foreign policy expert Jeffrey Sachs, the guest on the program, corroborated the claim, stating that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has pursued a decades-long strategy to draw the United States into war with Iran, describing this as a dangerous policy designed to keep the U.S. entangled in perpetual conflict.

In his monologue, Carlson outlines four immediate, actionable steps to restore equilibrium in the U.S.-Israel alliance, ensuring it serves American interests without domination. These are presented as straightforward reforms to counter the current "imbalance":

1. End Unconditional Aid: Halt automatic, no-strings-attached financial and military support to Israel. Carlson argues this would force mutual accountability and prevent the U.S. from funding policies it doesn't endorse.

2. Recognize Palestinian Statehood: Officially acknowledge a Palestinian state alongside Israel, promoting a two-state solution. This, he says, would align U.S. policy with international law and reduce perceptions of bias.

3. Reform Lobby Influence: Impose transparency and limits on foreign lobbying, similar to rules for other nations. Carlson specifically targets groups like AIPAC, advocating for disclosure of funding sources to curb undue sway over elections and legislation.

4. Prioritize U.S. Interests in Negotiations: Insist that any U.S.-brokered Middle East deals explicitly protect American security and economic goals, rather than solely advancing Israel's agenda. This includes avoiding entanglements in regional wars.

Carlson and Sachs further discussed the profound influence of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the broader Israel lobby on American politics. The conversation delves into allegations of undue foreign interference in U.S. elections, the risks of escalating U.S. involvement in Middle East conflicts, and the erosion of American sovereignty.