The Paradox of Trump’s Iran Attack
The Atlantic Ideas • 2/28/2026
Summary
The news story titled "The Paradox of Trump’s Iran Attack" discusses how Trump tends to abuse power when his fantasies unravel, attempting to impose his will on an uncooperative world.
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