The United States’ attack on Iran has shaken the international chessboard, but behind the headlines, there is much more than a simple military operation. Who is really pulling the strings in Washington? What interests and alliances are behind each decision? In this article, we analyze how the power of the Israeli lobby and high-stakes geopolitics have set the course for the White House and brought the Middle East to the brink.Power, Interests, and Israeli Influence in Washington