Trump’s war loop: Escalate, retreat, repeat
The article discusses the challenges faced by President Trump regarding the US-Israel conflict with Iran. It highlights the increasing scrutiny from US media on Trump's claims of victory and strategy. Additionally, it notes Iran's continued military operations and control over key regions, raising concerns about global energy supply disruptions.
- ▪US news outlets are increasingly questioning President Trump's declarations of victory in the conflict with Iran.
- ▪Iran maintains operational military capabilities and control over the Strait of Hormuz.
- ▪Concerns are growing that disruptions to global energy supplies may persist due to the ongoing conflict.
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play videoplay videoVideo Duration 25 minutes 00 seconds play-arrow25:00The Listening PostTrump’s war loop: Escalate, retreat, repeatStuck in a quagmire of a war, Trump chafes at negative coverage while Iran digs its heels in.Read moreFor decades, much of the United States media adopted Washington’s framing of US conflicts in the Middle East. But the US-Israel war against Iran is defying that trend. US news outlets are increasingly challenging President Donald Trump on his declarations of victory and absence of a clear strategy.Meanwhile, Iran’s military remains operational, Tehran retains control of the Strait of Hormuz and fears are mounting that the disruption to global energy supplies will drag on.Contributors: Mohamad Elmasry – professor of media studies, Doha Institute for Graduate…
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