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Bolton - Trump is 'confused' about Iran war objectives


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Changing Narratives : Bolton noted inconsistencies in Trump's statements. Initially, the operation was framed as an attempt at "regime change," but that focus later appeared to fade and shift to the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

Transactional Nature : Bolton criticized Trump's leadership style, which he considered too transactional and reactive, rather than strategic. He worried that Trump was simply seeking to quickly "declare victory" and exit the conflict for the sake of economic markets or fuel prices, without truly addressing the Iranian nuclear threat.


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