He is on a windmill tilt, trying to change the unchangeable.
Он борется с ветряными мельницами, пытаясь изменить неизменяемое.
Definitions
Windmill tilt refers to the angle or inclination of a windmill's blades or structure, which can affect its efficiency in harnessing wind energy. It may also imply a metaphorical or literal imbalance in a situation, drawing a parallel to the way a windmill may not function optimally if not properly aligned.