12. Hosni Mubarak: Egypt’s Longtime Ruler
For almost three decades, the U.S. supported Hosni Mubarak, viewing him as a cornerstone of stability in the volatile Middle East. Mubarak’s regime was notorious for widespread human rights violations and political repression, yet American aid continued to flow. According to the BBC, this support was largely driven by Egypt’s peace treaty with Israel and its pivotal regional role—once again demonstrating how strategic needs often outweighed moral considerations in U.S. foreign policy.
