Former National Security Advisor Robert O’Brien praised President Donald Trump’s foreign policy approach during an interview on ‘The Story,’ calling it a ‘master class’ in America-first diplomacy. O’Brien specifically highlighted Trump’s efforts to engage directly with Iran to prevent the country from developing nuclear weapons, a strategy he described as both bold and effective.
O’Brien emphasized that Trump’s diplomacy was driven by a clear goal: to ensure national security by avoiding a potential nuclear threat. He argued that the administration’s focus on targeted negotiations, rather than broad sanctions or military interventions, allowed for meaningful dialogue despite the adversarial relationship between the United States and Iran. O’Brien also noted that Trump’s approach had the added benefit of strengthening alliances with other nations that share concerns about Iran’s nuclear program.
While some critics argue that Trump’s diplomatic methods were unconventional, O’Brien defended the strategy as a necessary departure from traditional approaches. He pointed out that the administration’s emphasis on direct engagement had already led to significant progress in understanding Iran’s intentions, which he believes could pave the way for long-term solutions to the nuclear issue.