Former White House national security adviser John Bolton criticized the Biden administration for publicly opposing Israeli strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites and oil fields.

In an interview on NewsNation’s “The Hill,” Bolton described President Biden’s comments as signs of incompetence or diminished mental capacity, suggesting that Biden is attempting to prevent a broader conflict ahead of the November elections.

Bolton argued that Biden’s remarks aim to pressure Israel and limit its military actions, but he believes Israel will make its own decisions regardless of U.S. electoral concerns, The Hill has reported.

He also condemned Biden for publicly discussing what actions Israel should take against Iran, stating that it is inappropriate for an American president to weigh in on the military choices of an ally.

Written by B.C. Begley