Trump’s “Peace Through Strength” Strategy Shields U.S. Interests Amid Middle East Tensions

Former President Donald Trump insists his foreign policy model—centered on the doctrine of “peace through strength”—has effectively secured global stability while protecting American interests.

Satellite image of Iran's Fordow nuclear facility following the U.S. airstrike on June 22. Photo: Maxar

Trump argues that this approach “makes the world safer and defends Americans,” using a blend of military deterrence and diplomatic leverage. He specifically points to recent confrontations with Iran as proof of concept: Washington’s stern posture, he says, forced Tehran to halt strikes on U.S. positions or allies and brought an abrupt ceasefire to the 12-day conflict with Israel .

Key Voices Affirming the Strategy

Senator Joni Ernst (R–Iowa): “By leading peace through strength, President Trump is making the world safer and protecting Americans. Iran is no longer allowed to threaten the U.S. with nuclear weapons.”
Rebeccah Heinrichs, vice chair at the John Hay Initiative’s Task Force on Nonproliferation: She asserts that once diplomacy failed, Trump reverted to military strength—forcing Iran to rethink its stance, marking a decisive American victory.

Conflict and Ceasefire in the Middle East

Following Iran’s assault on U.S. installations, Trump announced that Israel and Iran agreed to a ceasefire. “Iran ceased fire first, then Israel by hour 12, ending the 12-day war at hour 24,” he proclaimed.

Yet, mere hours later, Iran launched six missile barrages at Israel’s Beersheba, killing four—right before the ceasefire took effect. Former U.S. ambassador to Iraq, James Jeffrey, described ceasefire efforts as “chaotic at first,” noting communication breakdowns but acknowledging a generally positive trend .

Experts Highlight U.S. Military Dominance

Behnam Ben Taleblu of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies: “Trump demonstrated that American military superiority means not only a safer nation at home, but also secured U.S. interests abroad.”.

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