Israel and Iran are now firing direct hits at each other across borders like some kind of militarized pickleball tournament. As the volleys escalate and every side rushes to spin the chaos, you might be wondering if there’s an umpire anywhere in sight.

The Israeli military operation against Iran’s nuclear enrichment facilities and ballistic missile program and the US reaction has set up a test for US President Donald Trump and his campaign promise to keep the United States out of foreign conflicts.