Tisdall: Trump 'World's Number One Enemy' and His Failure in Iran Threatens America's International Standing

Prominent British commentator Simon Tisdall stated that news from the fronts of confrontation with Iran clearly indicates that President Donald Trump is putting the United States on a path to losing wars again. Tisdall emphasized that a disastrous failure is looming in the near future, which will inflict severe symbolic damage on Washington's global standing and national dignity, similar to what happened previously in Afghanistan and Iraq.

The writer described Trump as having become 'the world's number one enemy' due to his continuous threat to international peace and security, noting that he is increasingly losing the illegitimate war he ignited with Iran and is unable to stop it. At the same time, his Israeli ally Benjamin Netanyahu is terrorizing Lebanon and exercising excessive violence, which places the peoples of the world before a hefty economic and security bill as a result of these follies.

The article pointed out that this war adds to Trump's record of violating democracy, appeasing Russia, imposing punitive tariffs, as well as denying the climate crisis and disregarding international law. Tisdall believed that this 'farce' in the White House has gone on for too long, calling on Americans to act decisively to rein in a person who endangers all humanity.

Tisdall believes that Trump completely lacks any strategic plan towards Tehran, as he deludes himself into controlling events while the Iranian regime's defiance increases with every American or Israeli raid. This policy has led to significant damage to American regional bases and Gulf partners due to retaliatory strikes, while Iran has succeeded in closing the vital Strait of Hormuz.

The writer warned of catastrophic economic repercussions, as the global energy shock and rising oil prices have damaged international trade and caused shortages of food and medicine, a crisis that poor countries will suffer from doubly. Tisdall described this situation as the new 'Trump pandemic' that is striking global economic and social stability with no horizon for a solution.

On the Lebanese front, the article noted that the war has unleashed Netanyahu's worst instincts, with continuous and disproportionate airstrikes targeting homes, public facilities, and heritage sites. Tisdall described what is happening in Lebanon as 'state terrorism' that repeats the tragedies of killing and displacement, coinciding with uncontrolled settler violations in the occupied West Bank.

The writer compared Trump to George W. Bush, considering that the latter at least had the courage of his convictions, despite their error in invading Iraq in 2003. Trump, however, lacks the audacity for ground confrontation and sought a quick and cheap victory from the air, but instead embroiled the world in an endless war of attrition that will continue by unequal means.

Tisdall revealed the extent of human and material losses, with the bodies of American soldiers returning in bags, and the financial cost of the war exceeding 11 billion dollars per week. He predicted that American voters would not forgive Trump for this negligence that returned America to the pace of defeat, especially with rising prices and deteriorating living conditions within the US.

Regarding the nuclear file, the article confirmed that the issue remains unresolved despite the destruction of Iranian facilities twice, as Tehran maintains a secret uranium stockpile and scientific expertise that cannot be bombed. Tisdall held Trump responsible for sabotaging peaceful negotiations, warning that the assassination of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei could push hardliners in Iran towards acquiring a nuclear weapon to ensure the regime's survival.

The writer strongly criticized the statements of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, describing them as revealing a mindset that views others as 'barbarians.' He noted that Hegseth suffers from ethical and legal problems, as he claims the ability of American forces to act with impunity, which Tisdall refuted by emphasizing the need to adhere to the Geneva Conventions and international law.

The article highlighted a war crime that occurred on February 28, where more than 100 schoolgirls were killed in an American Tomahawk missile strike on the Minab region. Tisdall considered Trump's attempts to blame others for this massacre as shameful attempts, emphasizing that those responsible for this crime must be held accountable before international justice.

Regarding geopolitical consequences, the writer explained that Washington's allies, including Britain, are resentful of Trump's refusal to consult and his lack of strategic planning. This was evident in the Strait of Hormuz disaster, where Trump escalates the war 'just for fun' by bombing the Kharg oil island, then asks allies to send warships to rescue him.

Tisdall noted that the biggest beneficiaries of this chaos are Russia and China, who are exploiting Trump's disregard for global public opinion to strengthen their influence. While sanctions on Russian oil were temporarily lifted, Trump is sinking into conflicts that weaken American dominance and lead to the erosion of traditional alliances built over decades.

In conclusion of his analysis, Tisdall called for Trump's impeachment in Congress and his prosecution, along with Israeli leaders, on charges of committing war crimes and crimes against humanity. He stressed the need to pay reparations to Iran and Lebanon for the destruction inflicted upon them, emphasizing that Trump poses a clear and direct danger to the United States and the world, and must be removed to ensure the survival of global standards.

Trump is a man without a plan, threatening the world and becoming humanity's number one enemy with his reckless follies that lack the slightest strategic idea.