Israel Iran War · 17 March 2026

Top US Counterterrorism Director Joe Kent Quits Over Trump's Iran War Decision

The Trump administration's war in Iran has led to the departure of a top counterterrorism official. Joe Kent, who headed the National Counterterrorism Center, announced his decision on Tuesday, stating he couldn't back the administration's war. He wrote on social media that Iran offered no "imminent threat" and blamed its start on an American lobby's pressure.

By BriefTea Editorial · 17 March 2026 at 14:31

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