The Trump administration is reportedly considering several options for a massive escalation of its unlawful war on Iran, heightening fears that US troops – possibly as early as Friday or the weekend – could be hurled into a deadly quagmire with no clear objective, legal rationale or exit strategy.
Axios reported that among the options the Pentagon is considering are “invading or blockading” Kharg ...
Patterns detected: ARC-0024 Ambiguity (unclear objectives and justifications for military actions), ARC-0043 Motte-and-Bailey (the administration claims victory while considering escalating the war).
The Trump administration's reported consideration of a ground invasion of Iran raises serious concerns about the potential costs and lack of legal authority for such an action. The administration's shifting justifications for the ongoing bombing campaign, combined with its refusal to engage in diplo...