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Earthquake in Washington: Director of Counterterrorism Center resigns unexpectedly in protest against Iran war

America: Director of the National Counterterrorism Center resigns

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Last updated: 17/03/2026 10:20 pm
Medhat Elsheikh
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Earthquake in Washington: Director of Counterterrorism Center resigns unexpectedly in protest against Iran war
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Washington, DC – In a significant development within US policymaking circles, the director of the National Counterterrorism Center announced his resignation, protesting the policies pursued in the ongoing conflict with Iran. This move reflects the deep divisions within US institutions regarding the handling of this issue.

According to informed sources, the resignation stemmed from growing objections to the military approach. The outgoing official also expressed concern about the repercussions of the escalation, warning that continued operations could lead to a wider conflict that would be difficult to contain.

Sources indicated that the disagreements were not a recent development, but rather had escalated recently with the increase in attacks and regional tensions. This prompted the official to make his decision to withdraw from the scene, in a clear message of protest against the current course of action.

Observers believe that this move could open the door to widespread questions within political and security circles in Washington. This is especially true given the sensitive role played by the National Counterterrorism Center in coordinating intelligence efforts.

This resignation comes at a highly critical time, amidst escalating tensions in the Middle East. Therefore, it highlights the magnitude of the pressures and challenges facing the US administration in managing one of the most dangerous current international crises.

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