The article discusses the escalating US-Israeli war against Iran, likening it to past conflicts in the region, particularly the devastation in Gaza. It criticizes President Trump’s increasingly aggressive and bellicose approach, equating it to a return to 1930s fascism. The piece highlights the moral depravity of targeting civilians and the aim to destabilize Iran rather than liberate its people. Author Patrick Cockburn warns against the complicity of the UK government in this aggression and emphasizes the necessity of a Churchillian refusal to appease Trump. The article also reflects on historical betrayals of the Kurds by the US and the implications of these actions on regional dynamics, urging that genuine political mistakes can be forgiven, but moral failings will imperil reputations long-term. Ultimately, it presents a bleak picture of international relations, particularly in light of the current conflict’s potential for widespread chaos.

