WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump frequently contradicts himself, sometimes in the same speech, social media post or even sentence. Within the space of a few hours Friday, he sent a torrent of mixed signals about the Iran war that raise more questions about the direction of the conflict and his administration’s strategy.

But more troops and warships are being sent to the region and the White House is seeking billions more in funding for the war.

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump said Friday that he was considering “winding down” military operations against Iran, as the United States temporarily eased sanctions on Iranian…

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump frequently contradicts himself, sometimes in the same speech, social media post or even sentence. Within the space of a few hours Friday, he…

Statements from President Trump that the war is almost over are not matching up with the reality on the ground.

Trump says he is not looking for a ceasefire with Iran as mixed messages from US president come amid an escalating war.

America may be a nation at war, but the president's activities have been a mix of diplomacy and diversions - with the occasional swing toward the surreal.