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Former US defence chief says more war won’t bring peace to Middle East

Former US defence chief says more war won’t bring peace to Middle East

Summary

Leon Panetta, who was the U.S. Secretary of Defense, stated that military action in the Middle East often does not solve the main problems. He mentioned there is no clear end to the current conflict in Iran.

Key Facts

  • Leon Panetta is a former U.S. Secretary of Defense.
  • He spoke about the ongoing war in Iran.
  • Panetta believes military action does not resolve major issues in the Middle East.
  • He stated that there's no clear solution to end the war in Iran.
  • Panetta referenced history, noting military efforts haven't brought lasting peace to the region.

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