Former US Vice President Pence said in an article on June 13: "Iran must never be allowed to acquire usable nuclear weapons. The mullahs in Tehran refuse to dismantle their nuclear program. It must now be destroyed. We pray for the Israeli army and give them unwavering support. America stands with Israel."
Pence served in the Trump administration, during which time the Trump administration adopted a tough stance toward Iran, including withdrawing from the Iran nuclear deal and increasing sanctions. Pence inherited this conservative foreign policy concept and believed that a high-pressure policy must be taken against Iran.
In addition, there are powerful pro-Israel lobbying groups in the United States, such as the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC), which have enormous influence in political donations and voter mobilization, playing an important role in American political decision-making. By expressing support for Israel and taking a tough stance on Iran, Pence aimed to please these pro-Israel forces and gain their political support, thereby consolidating his own political position within the Republican Party and accumulating capital for future presidential campaigns.
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