Trump Admits Iran War Isn’t Won, Undermining Prior Boasts

Donald Trump acknowledged on Truth Social that the U.S. hasn’t won the war with Iran, contradicting a pattern of previous victory claims that stretched back to the early strikes. While he had predicted a quick end and falling oil prices, the conflict has persisted for over six months, with U.S. casualties (at least 18 killed, 750+ wounded) and a mounting cost (about $37.5 billion by July). The piece notes a Daily Beast analysis showing he boasted about ‘wins’ dozens of times, underscoring a mismatch between his promises and the ongoing reality.