The Art of Mistaken Identity: When Allies Become Enemies in the Mind's Eye The recent claim by US President Donald Trump that Japan fired missiles at a US aircraft carrier has raised questions about what was going through his mind.
At first glance, this appears to be a simple case of mistaken identity. However, upon closer examination, a more complex web of implications emerges.
Global politics have become increasingly marked by hyper partisanship and misinformation. It's not surprising that even basic facts can become distorted in the heat of the moment.