Trump's disrespect for deals shows US' disregard for others

There is no telling yet how the United States will benefit from pulling itself out of the Iran Nuclear Deal, officially known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action. But what is clear is its withdrawal has led to greater political instability in the Middle East and more uncertainty in international relations.

Even its traditional allies, the major European countries such as Britain, Germany and France, are at odds with the United States, declaring that they will stay with the deal, as they believe that Iran has abided by the agreement. This has been attested to by UN weapons inspectors.

What is worrisome is the fact that Trump pulled his country out of the deal not because he knew with certainty or even believed that Iran had failed to abide by the agreement, but because his predecessor Barack Obama signed the deal. He abandoned the Paris climate deal for the same reason.