Event Brief
Former NCTC chief urges US policy shift on Iran
Filed: Jul 19, 2026 at 1:07 PM ET
Summary: A former US counterterrorism chief says Iran is stronger after war and urges Washington to change policy.
WHO: Former head of the US National Counterterrorism Center (NCTC)
WHAT: Urged the US to acknowledge Iran's strengthened regional position and shift policy.
WHEN: Jul 19, 2026 at 12:42 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: He warned that continued attacks would deepen strategic setbacks for the United States.
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