US Counterterrorism Chief Resigns Over Opposition to Trump’s Iran War

US Counterterrorism Chief Resigns Over Opposition to Trump’s Iran War

The Director of the U.S. National Counterterrorism Center, Joe Kent, has resigned from his position, citing strong opposition to Donald Trump’s administration’s war stance on Iran.

Kent announced his resignation on Tuesday, saying he could no longer align himself with the government’s approach to the escalating conflict.

“I cannot in good conscience back this war,” Kent said, underscoring deep divisions within national security circles over U.S. policy toward Iran.

In a statement shared on social media, Kent argued that the justification for the conflict was flawed and warned that continued military engagement could have serious global consequences. He emphasized the need for diplomatic solutions rather than prolonged warfare.

His departure marks a significant development within the U.S. intelligence and security community, where internal disagreements over foreign policy decisions—particularly regarding Iran—have increasingly come into focus.

Kent’s resignation is expected to intensify debate in Washington over the administration’s handling of the crisis, as critics continue to question both the strategy and potential long-term implications of the conflict.

US Counterterrorism Chief Resigns Over Opposition to Trump’s Iran War