In this thought-provoking documentary, Peter Oborne, political editor of the Spectator, delivers a stark assessment of the West’s exit strategy for Iraq. With a critical lens, he exposes the invasion as a colossal foreign policy failure, drawing parallels to the historic Munich Agreement. Oborne argues that the lofty ambition of transforming Iraq into a unified liberal democracy, envisioned as a beacon of hope in the Middle East, remains nothing more than a delusion.
Through on-location reporting alongside US troops in Sadr City and insightful interviews with key figures in both Britain and the United States, Oborne reveals the diminishing relevance of the coalition forces in shaping Iraq’s future. He contends that the trajectory of Iraq is unlikely to align with the ideals of unity, liberalism, or democracy that were once envisioned. The film features interviews with notable personalities such as Richard Perle, Peter Galbraith, and Deputy Chief of Army Staff General Jack Keane, shedding light on the complexities of the situation.
Additionally, Oborne engages in a compelling conversation with Rory Stewart, a former deputy governor in Nasyriah. Stewart’s firsthand experiences provide valuable insights into the rise of pro-Iranian fundamentalist parties that now hold influential positions within the Iraqi government.
