TRUMP - MADMAN GLOBAL THEORY

The Madman Theory is a strategic approach in foreign policy where a leader deliberately acts irrational or erratic to intimidate adversaries. The idea is to keep opponents guessing, making them fear an unpredictable and extreme reaction — even if that reaction is unlikely. North Korea:
Trump threatened Kim Jong-un with "fire and fury" and called him "Little Rocket Man," while also signaling openness to diplomacy. This unpredictable swing from threats to diplomacy kept North Korea off balance and led to an unprecedented summit. Iran:
Trump withdrew from the Iran nuclear deal and launched a "maximum pressure" campaign, followed by sudden military threats — such as the killing of General Qassem Soleimani — then offered talks. This left Iran and allies unsure of the next step.