Explore the complexities of US-Middle East relations in this 35-minute talk from The Aspen Institute. Delve into topics such as the impact of 9/11, the Iraq War, US-Israel bonds, and alliances with Arab autocrats. Examine future prospects for American involvement in the region, the possibility of democracy, and the effects of recent US administrations' policies. Join experts Shadi Hamid and Jeffrey Goldberg as they discuss critical issues including Iran's authoritarianism, the Arab Spring's failure, the Muslim Brotherhood, American national security, Saudi Arabia, US foreign policy, and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Gain insights into potential solutions and the region's future without Israel's influence.