09.04.2026 17:01
The British magazine New Statesman wrote that Donald Trump's Iran policies have led to a "systematic collapse" for the United States, featuring an image of a falcon with an arrow on its cover. The analysis emphasized that the operation, which Trump initiated with a dismissive attitude, quickly spiraled out of control, that focusing on the Strait of Hormuz increased risks, and that Iran's maneuvers have put global energy and trade flows in jeopardy.
The Iranian policy of U.S. President Donald Trump has been the subject of harsh criticism in the international press. The British magazine New Statesman stated that the war Trump initiated in Iran means "not a strategic mistake, but a systematic collapse" for Washington.
COVER MESSAGE: "COLLAPSE"
The magazine featured an image on its cover of the American symbol, the bald eagle, being shot with an arrow, and in its analysis titled "Collapse: How Donald Trump Destroyed the American Empire?" it argued that the U.S.'s global power has weakened.
FROM "LITTLE TRIP" TO CRISIS
The analysis emphasized that Trump described the Iran operation as a "little trip" in the early days of the war, but this approach quickly turned into a major crisis. It was also stated that Trump's statements about the operation ending quickly did not reflect the reality.
GOAL CHANGED, CRISIS DEEPENED
According to the article, the initial goal of the U.S. was to limit Iran's nuclear capacity. However, over time, the focus shifted to controlling the Strait of Hormuz. The analysis noted that this goal was militarily unsustainable and could lead to heavy losses for the U.S.
STRATEGIC RESPONSE FROM IRAN
It was stated that Iran has taken steps to increase its control over the Strait of Hormuz, indicating a critical power balance for global trade. It was assessed that Iran could exert economic and political pressure through maritime passages.
MILITARY AND ECONOMIC RISKS INCREASING
The analysis pointed out Iran's military capacity, noting that attacks on U.S. bases in the region have caused serious damage and that American defense systems are being questioned. It was also emphasized that the risk to the Strait of Hormuz, through which a large portion of global energy flows, poses a serious threat to the world economy.
"GLOBAL SYSTEM IS SHAKING"
The analysis argued that what is happening is not merely a foreign policy mistake, but indicates a deeper governance crisis. It was stated that the Trump administration's continuation of the same policy despite warnings has weakened the U.S.'s global position.
REGIME CHANGE IN IRAN IS DIFFICULT
The article also noted that the political structure in Iran is strong and that the regime is unlikely to collapse easily. It emphasized that the Revolutionary Guards, the economic structure, and religious institutions are the fundamental elements of this resistance.