In a recent commentary published in The Economist, Oman's Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr al-Busaidi condemned the U.S. for losing control of its foreign policy, referencing the recent conflict escalation with Iran right before a critical nuclear negotiation was set to finalize. The minister highlighted that the U.S. and Iran were on the verge of a significant agreement regarding Iran's nuclear energy program, only to have the situation deteriorate dramatically due to military actions that undermined the peace efforts. Busaidi's remarks indicate a sense of urgency in addressing the consequences of this diplomatic failure.

Busaidi pointed out that the conflict was effectively incited not by U.S. interests but by Israel, claiming that the ongoing military aggression does not align with what the U.S. sought to achieve regarding stability and mutual interests in the region. He asserted that the U.S. strategy of regime change is hollow, as the immediate concerns of Israel appear to focus solely on destabilizing the Islamic Republic without attending to the aftermath of such actions. This reflects a growing frustration with U.S. foreign policy and its failure to recognize the broader implications of engaging in conflict without a clear exit strategy.

Moreover, Busaidi argued that for Israel to achieve its objectives in this conflict, sustained military operations would be necessary, which could drag the U.S. into an 'endless war' reminiscent of past engagements. He also called upon the U.S.'s allies to be truthful about the conflict's futility, emphasizing that both Iran and the U.S. would be better served by an early cessation of hostilities, regardless of the admitted discomfort in confronting these facts. This commentary raises important questions about the efficacy of U.S. foreign policy, especially in the Middle East, and the potential for collaborative efforts to pursue peace over continued military intervention.