President Trump has managed to construct one of the most contradictory policy moves of his presidency: easing sanctions on Iran to help stabilize global oil markets — even as U.S. forces remain engaged in a war against that very same country.It’s a stunning reversal of basic logic. .memberful-global-teaser-content p:last-child{ -webkit-mask-image: linear-gradient(180deg, #000 0%, transparent); mask-image: linear-gradient(180deg, #000 0%, transparent); } Join now to continue reading.Members get exclusive analysis, bonus features and no advertising. Learn more.If you’re already a member, sign in to your account.