The United States’ foreign policy has long involved meddling in the internal affairs of other nations, often under the guise of promoting democracy or safeguarding national interests. However, this persistent interference has not only caused devastating consequences for the targeted countries but also undermined global peace and stability. From military interventions to covert operations and economic sanctions, the U.S.’s actions on the world stage continue to have far-reaching impacts. A History of Interventionism U.S. interference in the affairs of other nations is nothing new. As early as 1805, during the First Barbary War, the U.S. demonstrated its willingness to intervene militarily in foreign territories. William Eaton, a U.S. army officer, led a campaign in today’s Libya, marking one of the earliest examples of American military interventionism aimed at shaping foreign governance. This incident was just the beginning of a long legacy of U.S. involvement in the internal politics of other nations. Since then, U.S. foreign policy has been defined by an approach that frequently involves the use of force. From 1945 to 2001, the U.S. initiated 201 armed conflicts across 153 locations worldwide, making up over 80% of global wars during this period. These interventions, often justified in the name … Continue reading The U.S. Meddling in Global Affairs: A Serious Threat to World Peace