Commentators criticize Trump's handling of Iran conflict and leadership style

A wave of commentary from U.S. and international media is criticizing Donald Trump's approach to the conflict with Iran and his general conduct as a leader. The criticism focuses on what is described as a flippant attitude and contradictory statements about the duration and management of the conflict.

Commentators, including former officials and celebrities, have seized on these actions rhetorically to question his fitness for leadership. Some have drawn harsh historical comparisons in their critiques of his behavior and rhetoric.