Trump's Mixed Signals: Escalation or De-escalation in Mideast Conflict?

• Iran continues attacks on Israel and Persian Gulf neighbors, with airstrikes hitting Tehran.
• President Trump issues contradictory statements, threatening to bomb Iran "back to the Stone Ages" while also suggesting a quick end to the war.
• Trump demands Iran stop blocking the Strait of Hormuz, a vital global oil supply route.
• Diplomatic efforts are unclear, with Iran rejecting direct talks and US ceasefire proposals.
• Attacks on oil tankers, drones in Gulf states, and missile interceptions highlight widespread regional conflict.