Politics9/12/2025Bloomberg

Strikes on Qatar, Poland Shake US Sway Among Friend and Foe

Strikes on Qatar, Poland Shake US Sway Among Friend and Foe

The article discusses two recent incidents that have shaken the United States' influence among its allies and adversaries. The first incident is an Israeli strike against Hamas officials in Doha, Qatar, which is a close US ally. The second incident involves Russian drones breaching the airspace of Poland, a NATO member. These events have undermined President Donald Trump's claim that the US commands more respect from both friends and foes under his leadership. The article suggests that these incidents have challenged the perception of the US as a dominant global power, capable of maintaining control over its sphere of influence. The strikes in Qatar and the incursion in Poland raise questions about the ability of the US to protect its allies and deter its adversaries, potentially undermining its diplomatic and strategic positioning in the region.

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