General Discussion

this is unlikely, since it would be a clear defeat without a way to spin it as a victory for Trump. And as we all know, he is psychologically unable to accept defeat.

2: Escalate. That's what Trump will eventually do, since the current situation regarding the strait of Hormuz is untenable, and will eventually cause the U.S. and world economy to crash.

But because of that area's geography, escalation is likely to fail, and then what? Tactical nukes? Trump is capable of pushing the button because he is a psychopath and knows he doesn't have long to live. Also, he wants to be an important historical figure, and popping off a nuke or two will surely do that.

He really shit the bed on this one.