It’s On

President Trump’s aggressive stance toward Iran is key to understanding the conflict. It’s been a wild ride since he took office, and things just got a whole lot worse.

The Backstory

Trump’s first term was marked by a series of provocative moves, including withdrawing from the Iran nuclear deal. That won’t be forgotten anytime soon. Since returning to office, he’s continued to ratchet up the tension.

Don’t expect things to calm down now. The conflict’s been years in the making, and it’s hard to see a way out. It’s a mess, and it’s not clear who’ll come out on top.