OP-ED. Political scientist and US specialist Marie-Cécile Naves analyzes the narratives coming from the White House, highlighting a sensationalist war communications strategy that blurs the lines between fiction, reality and references from popular culture.

Erratic rhetoric, shifting goals and mixed signals leave allies, foes and voters unsure what the president wants from war

Experts query ‘mix-up of priorities’ as president plays golf, posts old pictures and repeats details of Bill Maher feud