Jeffrey Sachs Speaking at the Antalya Diplomacy Forum on April 13, renowned economist Jeffrey Sachs delivered a blistering critique of U.S. and Israeli foreign policies in the Middle East. Sachs accused the CIA and Israel of orchestrating covert operations, such as “Timber Sycamore,” to destabilize Syria and prolong regional conflicts.

He argued that American interference, driven by Israel’s far-right leadership, has fueled wars across the Middle East, including in Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria.