US Interventions in Middle Eastern Wars: A History of Power, Politics & Consequences The United States has played a significant and often controversial role in shaping the modern political landscape of the Middle East. From covert operations to full-scale invasions, US involvement in Middle Eastern conflicts has been driven by a complex mix of geopolitical interests, oil politics, counterterrorism, and regional alliances. Lets explore the major instances where the US interfered in wars or conflicts in the Middle East and examine how these interventions turned out. 1. Iran (1953): Operation Ajax In 1951, Iranian Prime Minister Mohammad Mossadegh nationalized the Anglo-Iranian Oil Company, angering Britain and the US. The CIA and British intelligence orchestrated a coup (Operation Ajax) to overthrow Mossadegh and reinstall the Shah, Mohammad Reza Pahlavi. As a result: -Western control of oil was restored. -The Shah's authoritarian rule sparked resentment, culminating in t...