The fallout of Trump's latest illegal war is already growing. Bulgaria for example
‘BOOT OUT ALL U.S…’: NATO Nation Erupts: Protesters Oppose American Military, Fear Iran War Fallout
Hundreds of nationalist protesters rallied outside Bulgaria’s Council of Ministers in Sofia, demanding the immediate removal of US military aircraft stationed at Sofia Airport. Demonstrators chanted “NATO out!” and warned that Bulgaria risks becoming a military target as the Middle East conflict escalates following US and Israeli strikes on Iran.
Speakers accused Washington of dragging the country into war and questioned the growing American military presence. Bulgaria’s Defence Ministry says the deployed Boeing KC-135 aircraft are for logistical and training support under NATO measures, not combat. Protesters remain unconvinced, insisting Bulgaria should not be drawn into a widening regional confrontation.
Unpopularity of Iran war 'almost unprecedented' this early on, expert says
Speaking with FRANCE 24's Sharon Gaffney, Stephen Zunes, Professor of Politics and Programme Director for Middle Eastern Studies at the University of San Francisco, says that "even in the most controversial wars, like Iraq, when the war initiates, people tend to rally around the flag [...] this is remarkable that at the very beginning of the war there's overwhelming opposition not only from liberals and the left, but much of Trump's spaces as well".
Meanwhile Iranians are rallying around the flag to defend their country. Chances of Iranians uprising against their government are much lower now, especially since US/Israel are bombing the major cities, the places were there was most support for regime change.
Last edited by SvennoJ - on 05 March 2026
