💬 Opinion Apr 1, 2026 · Timothy Snyder

Wars Fought for Fun Cannot Be Won

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Many commentators have tried to divine a policy justification for the US war in Iran. But the simple explanation is that US President Donald Trump and US Secretary of “War” (Defense) Pete Hegseth attacked the Islamic Republic because they could, and because they take pleasure in killing or dominating other people.

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