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Trump plasters Epstein distractions
TRUMP PLASTERS EPSTEIN DISTRACTIONS by Milt Priggee, politicalcartoons.com
Donald Trump appears in a September 2026 cartoon pushing a cart stacked with signs promoting tariffs, questioning mail-in ballots, and asserting claims about Iran, Canada trade, and domestic issues. The image captures a pattern of public messaging that blends economic nationalism with repeated challenges to established processes. The editorial position frames these statements as a deliberate strategy to keep multiple controversies in motion at once.
Peace Dove Gives Russia, Ukraine, Iran and US a Spelling Lesson
Arcadio Esquivel, Costa Rica
Ongoing tensions in the Russia-Ukraine war continue to draw in Iran and the United States with little progress toward resolution. The four nations remain locked in a cycle of confrontation and limited talks. The cartoon argues that the parties still cannot grasp even the simplest concept of peace despite repeated instruction.
Trump Issues Economic D-Day Warning to Iran Amid Leadership Concerns
TRUMP WARNS OF ECONOMIC D-DAY ON IRAN by Dave Whamond, politicalcartoons.com
Donald Trump has warned of an economic D-Day targeting Iran's economic system. The statement comes as part of ongoing pressure on Tehran. Iranian leaders in the scene respond by urging seriousness, citing the impact Trump had on the US economy during his term. The development highlights continued tensions in US-Iran relations and the use of economic measures as leverage. The piece portrays the threat as potentially undermined by Trump's own economic legacy.
Iran Figure Fires Guns Near Trump in Latest Depiction
Michael de Adder, CagleCartoons.com
The image presents a man marked Iran holding two pistols with one discharging smoke toward the feet of a dancing Donald Trump. Trump appears with mouth open and one fist raised under the word Dance. The scene draws from longstanding tensions between the United States and Iran as of late July 2026. No specific new event within thirty days anchors the work so the visual addresses the persistent dynamic of pressure and response between the two sides. The composition places the Iran figure on the left in traditional headwear and the Trump figure on the right in motion.
Iran Puts Military Hat on Empty Foreign Relations Sandwich
Margolis/Cox, PoliticalCartoons.com
The drawing depicts an Iranian flag military cap positioned above a nearly empty sandwich bun. The cap bears the word military while the bun carries the label foreign relations. A caption below reads where's the beef. The composition points to the Iranian regime placing military concerns ahead of substantive diplomatic engagement. As of mid 2026 the regime continues to face international scrutiny over its regional activities and nuclear program. The visual underscores a perceived absence of meaningful concessions or progress in talks with Western powers. Observers note that military posturing often overshadows negotiation efforts in official statements from Tehran.
Iran's Military Cap Sits Alone Without Foreign Relations Substance
Margolis/Cox, PoliticalCartoons.com
The image depicts an Iranian flag-emblazoned military cap positioned above an empty sandwich bun labeled foreign relations. The composition directly references the longstanding Wendy's advertising slogan at the bottom. Publication occurs on July 14 2026 amid ongoing tensions over Iran's international posture and limited diplomatic engagement. The visual argument highlights a disconnect between military presentation and substantive foreign policy ties. No additional figures or events appear in the frame.
Figure directs oil stream toward Iranian barrel
FIGURE SPITS OIL AT IRANIAN BARREL by Bill Day, politicalcartoons.com
A dark figure spits oil at a barrel bearing the Iranian emblem on July 11 2026. The barrel rests in a puddle and carries the label KING OIL. The scene addresses ongoing energy and regional tensions involving Iran.
Trump Warns Iran Shark in Tense Watery Standoff
TRUMP CONFRONTS IRAN SHARK by Jimmy Margulies, politicalcartoons.com
On July 10 2026 Jimmy Margulies depicts Donald Trump floating in an inflatable ring while confronting a large shark fin labeled Iran. The president issues a direct warning through a speech bubble asserting his identity and authority in the confrontation.
Torn US-Iran Peace Agreement at Strait of Hormuz
Luojie, China Daily, China
A split-panel image contrasts a detailed geographic map of the Strait of Hormuz with a large white document labeled Peace Agreement that is visibly torn down the middle. The left side identifies key locations including Bandar Abbas and Qeshm. The right side emphasizes the broken accord between the US and Iran.
US-Iran Ceasefire Wreckage Leaves Pilot Asking Next Step
Jonathan Brown, PoliticalCartoons.com
A crashed aircraft labeled US-Iran Ceasefire lies in desert sand with rising smoke. The pilot, visible in the cockpit, asks what comes next after the agreement fails.
Missiles illustrate strained US Iran Israel memorandum
MISSILES AS US IRAN ISRAEL MEMORANDUM by Joe Heller, politicalcartoons.com
The cartoon depicts three missiles labeled U.S., Iran and Israel carrying pieces of the phrase Memorandum of Understanding. The missiles fly in separate directions with exhaust trails, suggesting a fractured agreement. Published on July 8 2026, the image comments on ongoing diplomatic strains involving arms and regional security among the three parties.
Trump depicted waving white flag on parody book cover amid Iran and budget references
TRUMP THE ART OF THE SURRENDER BOOK by Christopher Weyant, politicalcartoons.com
The June 28 2026 cartoon by Christopher Weyant shows a book titled Trump The Art of the Surrender. Donald Trump appears on the cover holding a white flag. Background includes an Iranian flag. Endorsements from Ayatollah Khamenei and the US Budget Deficit appear on either side with star ratings. The image responds to ongoing US Iran tensions and fiscal debates active in late June 2026.
Heller cartoon- Green Water
HELLER CARTOON- GREEN WATER by Joe Heller, politicalcartoons.com
On June 19 2026 Joe Heller depicts Uncle Sam at a green-tinted reflection pool remarking on the color since reopening. In the facing panel a figure labeled Iran echoes the line while displaying a Strait of Hormuz reopen sign and a 300 billion dollar fund bag. The split composition ties the US visual gag to Iran's recent move on the vital waterway and associated financial package.
Trump Surrenders To Iran
Rick McKee, CagleCartoons.com
Multiple figures resembling Donald Trump carry a large white flag on a pole while walking across a field of rubble toward a wooden sign labeled Iran. The group advances from left to right under a dark sky. Each figure wears a dark suit with red tie and appears in similar pose holding the flag staff.
Manny Francisco cartoon
MANNY FRANCISCO CARTOON by Manny Francisco, politicalcartoons.com
A political cartoon dated June 19, 2026, shows a figure representing the Iranian government holding two large sacks labeled $12 billion each in unfrozen US assets. The figure wears a black turban marked Iranian Govt. Small figures appear behind bars inside the mouth area, one tagged Iranians. The image responds to ongoing discussions about US policy on releasing Iranian government funds held abroad. It illustrates the contrast between the leadership receiving the money and the situation for ordinary citizens.
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