AIPAC Distorts U.S. Policy on Israel, Obama Admits in Book
The latest nuclear assassination in Iran could stand as another example of Israel strong-arming its most important patron.
Murtaza Hussain
Murtaza Hussain is a reporter at The Intercept who focuses on national security and foreign policy. He has appeared on CNN, BBC, MSNBC, and other news outlets.
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