A 2011 video of Donald Trump resurfaced, showing him accusing Barack Obama of planning a war with Iran to improve his re-election prospects. Trump, who called Obama “weak” and “ineffective,” claimed the former president would provoke a conflict for political gain. Now, Trump faces criticism for authorizing airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, despite having accused Obama of similar tactics in tweets from 2011 to 2013, labeling him “desperate” and “unskilled.” Over the weekend, Trump confirmed U.S. strikes on three Iranian nuclear sites, raising fears of retaliation, higher oil prices, and potential terrorist threats.

The international reaction to Trump’s actions has been divided, with some allies expressing concern and others offering support. The strikes have heightened worries about a wider conflict, possibly leading to a global crisis. Ironically, Trump had previously withdrawn from Obama’s 2015 Iran nuclear deal and reinstated sanctions on Tehran. Meanwhile, Obama recently warned of the U.S. drifting toward autocracy, criticizing current leaders for eroding democratic values and mirroring authoritarian regimes like Viktor Orbán’s Hungary.