Over the years, Israel has been strategically used by the U.S. to destabilize the Middle East, serving American interests at great risk to its own existence. Israel’s confrontations with regional actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, and Iran have often been driven by U.S. objectives, with Israel acting as the front-line enforcer in these proxy conflicts. In exchange, Israel has relied on American military and intelligence support to maintain its edge.
However, Israel may now have bitten off more than it can chew. The growing complexity of the Middle Eastern landscape, coupled with the shifting dynamics of global power, suggests that Israel might have been led to the slaughter by the very superpower it has long served. The U.S., in its quest to sustain global hegemony, has placed Israel in increasingly precarious situations, where the stakes may have become unsustainable for the small nation. By entangling Israel in proxy wars that align more with American interests than Israel’s long-term security, the U.S. might have pushed its closest ally into a situation from which it cannot easily recover.
In this light, Israel’s reliance on the U.S. has become a double-edged sword. While benefiting from American support, Israel risks overextending itself in conflicts that could eventually threaten its survival, especially as the geopolitical landscape continues to evolve in ways that the U.S. may no longer fully control.
From my perspective, it seems undeniable that the U.S. has long used proxy conflicts as a tool to extend its geopolitical reach, and the current Russia-Ukraine war fits this pattern perfectly. Ukraine is not just fighting with weapons supplied by the West but is also heavily dependent on strategic intelligence, including satellite data and other forms of surveillance provided by the U.S. and its allies. This mirrors Israel’s reliance on the same powers for information that has been instrumental in targeting Hezbollah and Hamas commanders. On its own, Israel is not able to fight these forces without western backing. The key point here is that these wars are about more than just the immediate players; they are part of a larger chess game in which the U.S. manipulates events to weaken its rivals.
Russia, in particular, has been a thorn in the side of U.S. strategic interests, especially in Europe. By drawing Russia into a protracted war in Ukraine, the U.S. is effectively draining its military and economic resources without directly engaging in a costly, large-scale conflict. This war not only weakens Russia but also serves to reinforce NATO and reassert U.S. influence over Europe, which has been strained in recent years.
Then there’s Iran, which has been actively involved in the Middle East through its proxies, Hezbollah and Hamas. By supporting Israel’s military and intelligence efforts against these groups, the U.S. maintains pressure on Iran indirectly. Moreover, Iran’s involvement with Russia in the Ukraine conflict, particularly through the supply of drones, adds another layer of complexity. Weakening Russia through the Ukraine war could also lead to a reduction in Iranian influence, given their close cooperation.
Looking beyond Russia and Iran, China and North Korea emerge as potential targets for the U.S. in this broader strategy. The Ukraine conflict puts China in a difficult position. On one hand, China has deepened its ties with Russia, but on the other, it risks international backlash and economic consequences if it provides overt support to Russia. This situation tests the Sino-Russian alliance and potentially strains China’s global ambitions. North Korea, with its growing relationship with both Russia and China, could also be drawn into this scenario, destabilizing East Asia and further complicating China’s role.
All of this points to a U.S. that is increasingly aware of its declining global dominance. The rise of China and other powers like the BRICS nations, coupled with the aftermath of U.S. missteps in the Middle East, suggest that American hegemony is no longer assured. The strategy of engaging in these proxy conflicts appears to be an attempt to extend its influence and buy time, even as the world shifts towards a more multipolar order.
Russia’s war of attrition in Ukraine fits this narrative. The U.S. likely calculated that Russia would struggle under the financial and military strain of a prolonged conflict, and that has proven to be the case. The sanctions and isolation Russia faces have crippled its economy and international standing. Meanwhile, the U.S. and NATO can continue to support Ukraine at relatively low cost compared to the drain on Russian resources, ensuring that Russia remains bogged down in a costly and unpopular war.
In the bigger picture, it looks like the U.S. is fighting a series of wars—directly or indirectly—to maintain its position as the global leader. By keeping adversaries like Russia and Iran occupied, and by pressuring China to make difficult choices, the U.S. is trying to stave off the inevitable loss of its hegemonic status. However, the risks of overstretching are very real. Engaging in multiple proxy conflicts around the world may prove unsustainable, particularly as China continues to grow stronger and more assertive on the world stage.
In the end, it appears that the U.S. is engaging in these actions as part of a last-ditch effort to hold onto its global influence. It is a high-stakes strategy, one that could either prolong American dominance or accelerate its decline, depending on how these conflicts unfold.
Chimazuru Nnadi-Oforgu
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