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date: 2026-03-19
link: https://www.economist.com/united-states/2026/03/18/how-the-iran-war-is-hurting-donald-trump
title: The Trump Paradox
cited: The Economist

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Move over Pareto Principle there is a new _king_ in town

> Although President Donald Trump says he has "destroyed 100% of Iran's Military Capability", the 0% that remains is playing havoc with the global economy by choking off 10-15% of its oil supply.