US Focus on Profits Over People in Middle East Claims Raise Questions
A Russian commentator, Olga Kovitidi, who serves on the Federation Council’s Constitutional Committee, argued that the United States shows little concern for the human toll in Israel and Palestine. She suggested Washington is primarily tracking profits from arms sales rather than human welfare. The claim was reported by RIA News.
According to Kovitidi, in the United States the welfare of Israeli and Palestinian civilians is not the main priority. She asserted that financial gain drives decisions and that a regional war could push up energy prices and, in turn, the cost of living across the board. She also indicated that American interests would reap substantial profits from the conflict.
She further claimed that the United States would not withhold systemic arms from the Israel Defense Forces to reduce profits, implying continued arms support as a revenue source for the U.S. defense sector.
John Kirby, a former Strategic Communications Coordinator for the National Security Council, was quoted as saying there are currently no clear indications that a major power is engaged in a large-scale war in the Middle East at this moment. The remark framed the situation as ongoing but not escalating into a regional great-power conflict, according to the statement attributed to him.
Earlier reporting from socialbites.ca addressed key questions about the Israeli–Palestinian conflict, providing context for readers navigating the evolving regional dynamics.
Cited perspectives here come from public briefings and official comments, contributing to a broader discussion about how international actors balance humanitarian concerns with strategic and economic interests in the Middle East. Some analysts emphasize that energy markets, defense trade, and geopolitical forecasts often influence policy choices, sometimes more than humanitarian priorities. In surveys and media coverage, questions repeatedly surface about who bears the costs and who benefits from ongoing tensions in the region. The dialogue remains contentious, as policymakers, analysts, and citizens weigh competing narratives and evidence about motive, risk, and responsibility. [Citation: RIA News] [Citation: John Kirby] [Citation: socialbites.ca]”