Trump Faces Turbulent Iran-Israel Crisis Amid Intelligence Doubts

President Donald Trump’s handling of the conflict involving Iran and Israel has been marked by a mix of military action and unconventional diplomacy, often communicated through social media. Following U.S. airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities, Trump used his Truth Social platform to announce the strikes and call for peace, employing bold and emphatic language that many Americans, including lawmakers, used as their primary source of information. This approach reflects Trump's impulsive decision-making style, which prioritizes quick, emotionally-driven responses over deliberative diplomacy, a method that has sparked debate about its effectiveness in complex international affairs. Meanwhile, skepticism surrounds the accuracy of intelligence shared by Trump and his administration, with critics highlighting instances where intelligence assessments were contradicted or politicized, undermining public trust. Tulsi Gabbard’s alignment with Trump’s narrative despite contradictory intelligence reports further exemplifies concerns about the administration's manipulation of intelligence. Despite being a second-term president, Trump continues to confound foreign policy experts with his unpredictable strategies and media-centric diplomacy.