The Director of the National Counterterrorism Center in the United States, Joe Kent, has resigned in protest against America’s war on Iran.
Mr Kent shared his resignation letter on X on Tuesday.
“After much reflection, I have decided to resign from my position as Director of the National Counterterrorism Center, effective today,” Mr Kent wrote in his post on X.
“I cannot in good conscience support the ongoing war in Iran. Iran posed no imminent threat to our nation, and it is clear that we started this war due to pressure from Israel and its powerful American lobby.
“It has been an honor serving under @POTUS and @DNIGabbard and leading the professionals at NCTC.”
PREMIUM TIMES earlier reported that the majority of Americans oppose the US war with Iran, with many saying Iran posed no threat to the US and that the war was at the instance of Israel.
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