U.S. Ends Era of Regime Change: Gabbard Signals Shift to Stability at Manama Dialogue - October 31, 2025

On October 31, 2025, at the prestigious Manama Dialogue—an annual security summit hosted by the International Institute for Strategic Studies in Bahrain—U.S. Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard delivered a pivotal address alongside her Bahraini counterpart. Gabbard, a former U.S. Congresswoman and Army National Guard veteran, declared an end to America's decades-long policy of "regime change and nation-building," which she criticized for breeding enemies and instability. Under President Donald Trump, she emphasized a new focus on pragmatic deal-making, economic prosperity, and regional peace. Highlighting the fragile Gaza ceasefire and Iran's nuclear activities, Gabbard underscored the challenges ahead but affirmed the administration's resolve. The panel discussion, amid a U.S. government shutdown, drew global attention to evolving Middle East dynamics and U.S. foreign policy pivots, fostering dialogue on countering extremism and enhancing alliances.
Guests
Tulsi Gabbard, Director of National Intelligence (United States)
Adel Al Fudala, National Security Adviser (Bahrain)