An ever-expanding catastrophe over Iran is not inevitable. Trump can and must be stopped
Millions are being dragged into starvation, while people everywhere pay a Trump war tax. But there are plenty of powers who could bring him to heel
TL;DR
- The war in Iran is entering its fourth month, with significant negative global humanitarian, economic, and geopolitical consequences.
- Donald Trump is facing a choice between escalating the conflict or accepting a compromised peace, neither of which aligns with his initial aims.
- The war is causing severe food shortages and potential famine, particularly in the poorest countries, exacerbated by foreign aid cuts.
- Developed nations are experiencing rising energy, fuel, food, and commodity prices, impacting global growth forecasts.
- The conflict is upending the geopolitical balance, causing friction with US allies and boosting Russia's influence while harming Ukraine.
- There is a call for Western governments and 'middle powers' to unite and exert pressure on Trump to end the war.
- Potential actions include downgrading ties with the US, imposing sanctions, and using platforms like the UN Security Council.
- Domestic pressure from Americans through congressional action and midterm elections is seen as the most direct way to stop Trump.
- The author warns that Trumpism's destructive nature could become a global pandemic if not stopped.