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Donald Trump’s mixed messages on Iran leave questions unanswered

The Guardian - World NewsEN 4 min read 100% complete by Hugo LowellMarch 11, 2026 at 07:30 PM
Donald Trump’s mixed messages on Iran leave questions unanswered
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One week into the war with Iran, Donald Trump addressed reporters on Air Force One, leaving key questions about the conflict unanswered. Trump struggled to clarify his definition of victory, offering vague statements about Iran crying "uncle" or being unable to fight. He also equivocated on the timeline for the war, stating "whatever it takes" despite previous claims of a 4-5 week campaign. When questioned about the destruction of a girls' elementary school in Iran, which resulted in over 160 deaths, Trump surprisingly claimed Iran was responsible due to inaccurate munitions. This assertion, which contradicted available evidence and surprised his own advisors, added further uncertainty to the situation.

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