Elliott Abrams
Elliott Abrams is a seasoned American diplomat and political figure, known for his role in U.S. foreign policy, particularly in the Middle East. He served in various capacities during the administrations of Ronald Reagan and George W. Bush, focusing on issues related to Latin America and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Abrams has been a prominent voice in discussions surrounding U.S.-Iran relations, especially regarding the nuclear negotiations, where he has critiqued current diplomatic approaches as a departure from the more hardline strategies of previous administrations. In recent news, he commented on the indirect nature of the ongoing negotiations between the U.S. and Iran, suggesting that the current dialogue reflects a retreat from prior U.S. demands.
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Abrams believes that significant advantages can be gained by targeting Iranian leaders and military capabilities.
ইরানে দ্রুত জয়ের কথা ভাবছিলেন ট্রাম্প, কিন্তু তাঁর সব হিসাব–নিকাশ পাল্টে যাচ্ছে
Bangladesh· 2026-03-06
Elliott Abrams argues that weakening the Iranian regime could yield significant benefits.
Ο Τραμπ θέλει μια γρήγορη νίκη, αλλά ο πόλεμος μπορεί να αποδειχθεί ακριβός
Greece· 2026-03-05
Elliott Abrams stated that the war would lead to a changed regime in Iran.
Analysis: How Trump’s war on Iran could succeed — or go disastrously wrong
United States· 2026-03-03
Elliott Abrams commented on Trump's belief in using military force to his advantage.
Πώς ο Τραμπ έγινε «γεράκι του πολέμου»Greece· 2026-03-03
Elliott Abrams stated that it would be a great mistake for Trump to go to Venezuela before Machado could return and before all political prisoners are released.
Viaje de Donald Trump a Venezuela sería un error garrafal, por Andrés Oppenheimer
Peru· 2026-02-22
Elliott Abrams stated that it would be a great mistake for Trump to go to Venezuela before Machado could return.
Viaje de Trump a Venezuela sería un error garrafal
Dominican Republic· 2026-02-21Elliott Abrams served as the special representative of Trump for Venezuela and commented on the potential for change in the regime.
Revelan que Estados Unidos tomó contacto con Diosdado Cabello antes de la captura de Maduro en Venezuela
Argentina· 2026-01-18
Elliott Abrams served as Trump's special representative for Venezuela during his first term in the White House.
Βενεζουέλα: Οι μυστικές επαφές των ΗΠΑ με το δεξί χέρι του Μαδούρο πριν από την επιχείρηση στο ΚαράκαςGreece· 2026-01-18
Trump 'has got to act now' on Iran, says his former envoy.
Trump ‘has got to act now’ on Iran, says his former envoyUnited States· 2026-01-16
Elliott Abrams warned that if Trump backs down now, 'there goes all the ‘new Monroe Doctrine’ talk.'
Democracy, drugs or oil? Why Trump is gunning for Venezuela's Maduro - explained
India· 2025-12-02
Elliott Abrams argues that if Nicolás Maduro remains in power, he will have won.
Trump prepara a sus fuerzas para la nueva fase de su campaña militar en el Caribe | Internacional
Spain· 2025-11-15
Elliott Abrams warns that if Trump retreats now, it will be seen as a lost opportunity for U.S. dominance in the Western Hemisphere.
برای یک درگیری طولانی آماده باشید ؛ هشدار جدی به ترامپ | برکناری مادورو پایان بحران نیست
Iran· 2025-11-15
Elliott Abrams stated that either Trump or Maduro will win the confrontation.
Ο Τραμπ εντείνει την πίεση στη Βενεζουέλα χωρίς ξεκάθαρο τελικό στόχοGreece· 2025-11-15
Elliott Abrams is a former senior State Department official in Trump’s first term.
Trump likely to face long military commitment and chaos if he ousts Maduro in Venezuela, experts sayUnited States· 2025-11-15
Elliott Abrams was the U.S. special envoy for Venezuela who noted parallels between Maduro and Noriega.
Cómo la caída de un dictador panameño influye en la política de Trump hacia Venezuela
Guatemala· 2025-11-15
Elliott Abrams highlighted the importance of dialogue with the Venezuelan armed forces.
EE.UU. anuncia nueva fase en lucha antinarcóticos tras la llegada de portaaviones al Caribe - Mundo
Paraguay· 2025-11-14
Elliott Abrams served as the special envoy to Venezuela and noted the parallels between Maduro and Noriega.
Como a queda de um ditador molda a política de Trump para a Venezuela
Liechtenstein· 2025-11-11Elliott Abrams was the special representative of Donald Trump for Iran in 2020 and 2021.
جنگی در کار نیست | احتمال حمله مجدد اسرائیل به ایران منتفی است؛ پاسخ دو مقام ارشد سابق آمریکاییIran· 2025-11-10
Elliott Abrams, special envoy to Venezuela during Trump's first term, suggested that the CIA should send messages to Maduro's regime.
Uma guerra entre EUA e Venezuela é cada vez mais provável. Seria um teste da ‘doutrina Trump’Liechtenstein· 2025-11-09
Elliott Abrams was a prominent figure in Donald Trump's first attempt to oust Nicolás Maduro from power in Venezuela.
‘Trump no tiene ninguna intención de invadir; es todo una operación psicológica’: Elliott Abrams, exenviado de Estados Unidos para Venezuela
Panama· 2025-10-27
Elliott Abrams, who served as the US envoy to Venezuela during Trump’s first term, commented on the military presence in the Caribbean.
Here’s what the US military has positioned in the Caribbean as Trump pressures VenezuelaUnited States· 2025-10-19
Elliott Abrams said the Israel military campaign had put Hamas in such a weakened position.
Trump’s 20-point deal isn’t a peace offering — it’s an ultimatum
Australia· 2025-09-30
Elliott Abrams argued that the decisions to recognize Palestinian statehood were motivated by domestic political pressures.
Western recognition won’t change the reality on the ground: A Palestinian state has never seemed further awayUnited States· 2025-09-21
The Trump administration has sought, as it did during the first short-lived ceasefire, to bring 'pressure to bear on Israel directly – that is, through discussions with Netanyahu and his chief lieutenant, Ron Dermer.'
Netanyahu avoids breach with Trump despite no Gaza ceasefire breakthrough | Benjamin Netanyahu
United Kingdom· 2025-07-11
Elliott Abrams stated that the victory of Israel and the USA over the Iranians showed a favor towards Washington in the global power balance.
Por que a derrota do Irã enfraquece a Venezuela, Cuba e seus amigos?Liechtenstein· 2025-07-02
Elliott Abrams criticized Brazil's diplomatic support for Iran, calling it scandalous.
O vergonhoso apoio do Brasil ao Irã na guerra com IsraelLiechtenstein· 2025-06-25
Elliott Abrams is a former envoy to Iran who commented on the confusion surrounding Trump's remarks.
Irán promete una respuesta decisiva al ataque de Estados Unidos mientras Trump habla de un cambio de régimen en Teherán
Uruguay· 2025-06-24
Elliott Abrams, who was sent to Iran during Trump's first term, commented on the confusion surrounding the president's recent remarks.
Irán promete una ‘respuesta decisiva’ al ataque de Estados Unidos mientras Trump habla de un ‘cambio de régimen’ en TeheránPanama· 2025-06-23
Elliott Abrams is a former envoy to Iran who commented on the confusion surrounding Trump's remarks.
Irán promete una "respuesta decisiva" al ataque de Estados Unidos
Venezuela· 2025-06-23Elliott Abrams, who was the special representative for Iran and Venezuela in the first Trump administration, said the targets could also be US Gulf allies.
How Iran could hit back at the US and what that could mean – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-06-22
