US President Donald Trump’s decision to launch a military operation against Iran has exposed his administration to serious domestic and international risks, the Swiss newspaper Neue Zürcher Zeitung reports.

According to the publication, involvement in the conflict could become a major political challenge for the American leader ahead of the upcoming midterm elections. The paper notes that only about 30% of Americans support the use of military force against Iran and the idea of changing the government in Tehran. In such circumstances, Republicans risk losing part of their electorate — if not among supporters of the MAGA movement, then among independent voters.

The newspaper’s authors also warn that a prolonged military campaign and the continued blockade of the Strait of Hormuz could trigger severe consequences for the global economy. At the same time, analysts question whether Washington has fully calculated the risks associated with such a scenario.

Another complication lies in the nature of the fighting itself. Iran is inflicting damage on the United States and Israel with relatively inexpensive drones, while intercepting them requires missiles that cost significantly more.

Trump’s administration is also dealing with mounting challenges at home. The White House’s tariff and migration policies are already creating economic strain, weakening the country’s internal resilience.

On February 28, the United States and Israel began striking targets across Iran, including in Tehran. The attacks reportedly caused destruction and civilian casualties. Iran has responded with strikes on Israeli territory as well as on US military bases in the Middle East.