https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/hard-lessons-trump-has-learned-in-iran-like-where-s-the-exitContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/hard-lessons-trump-has-learned-in-iran-like-where-s-the-exithttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/hard-lessons-trump-has-learned-in-iran-like-where-s-the-exit#u54772Wed, 02 Sep 2026 11:10:37 +0000President Trump is signaling a more aggressive response toward Iran as hostilities escalate, despite the conflict persisting beyond his initial four to five week estimate. The administration continues to struggle with a clear exit strategy six months into the war. While previous efforts focused on sustained pressure to weaken Tehran and improve negotiating leverage, the current shift toward hitting the adversary harder raises concerns about a prolonged conflict in the Gulf region.Why it mattersThe US launched hostilities against Iran in late February. Strategic priorities have since shifted to https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/hard-lessons-trump-has-learned-in-iran-like-where-s-the-exithttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/hard-lessons-trump-has-learned-in-iran-like-where-s-the-exit#u50622Fri, 28 Aug 2026 07:55:16 +0000The United States has shifted its strategic priorities after six months of war with Iran, with the Strait of Hormuz now becoming a top concern. President Donald Trump originally estimated the conflict would last four to five weeks after launching it in late February. While the US has not won the war, sustained pressure is reportedly weakening Tehran and improving Washington's negotiating position. The administration is now grappling with the lack of a clear exit strategy as the conflict persists beyond initial expectations.Why it mattersThe conflict began in late February following a peri