The United States is facing calls for military intervention from two fronts – Ukraine and Israel – which threaten to deplete resources and drag the country into unnecessary wars. In Ukraine, President Zelensky’s “Victory Plan” seeks immediate NATO membership and strikes against Russia, while Israel is escalating conflicts with Hamas, Lebanon, Iraq, Syria, and Iran, and requesting US involvement. Ron Paul argues that the US should adopt a non-interventionist approach and refrain from being the world’s policeman. Ukraine and Israel should be left to resolve their conflicts independently, as further US involvement would only exacerbate the situation. The current path risks bankrupting the US and endangering American troops, as evident with the deployment of US forces in combat zones in both regions. Paul emphasizes the importance of a pro-America foreign policy that respects the Founders’ principles of non-intervention. By refusing to provide weapons and funding, the US can encourage peace negotiations and prevent unnecessary entanglements in conflicts unrelated to national interests. The US must prioritize the well-being of its armed forces and adhere to a policy that serves the country’s best interests rather than being dragged into conflicts that do not directly impact the United States. This commentary was originally published by the Ron Paul Institute for Peace and Prosperity on October 23, 2024.
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