The editorial board of the New York Times has sharply criticized President Donald Trump's decision to initiate a broad military attack on Iran in coordination with Israel. The piece highlights the stark contradiction between Trump's election promises for 2024 to end wars and the reality of his actions, which have expanded military interventions into seven countries over the past year. The editorial argues that Trump has failed to provide a convincing justification for the assault on Iran, has not consulted Congress—which the Constitution grants the exclusive power to declare war—and has not clearly articulated his military objectives.

Furthermore, the editorial accuses Trump of misleading the public concerning the past results of attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities, which undermines his credibility with American citizens and raises questions about his future goals. While the editorial condemns the Iranian regime for its internal repression and the killing of protesters, it also asserts that Trump's approach to Iran is reckless and irresponsible, with high risks for both American soldiers and the Iranian populace who may bear the consequences of such military action.

The New York Times editorial calls for a more measured and responsible approach, urging Trump to reconsider his aggressive military strategies and engage more constructively with Congress and international partners to seek a resolution to the tensions with Iran.