'Weaker, stronger, peter out': Mixed messages complicate Trump's Iran exit plan
US President Trump is receiving conflicting advice from two key regional allies on how to handle Iran. Saudi Arabia is urging restraint and de-escalation to prevent a wider regional conflict, while Israel is pressing for a tougher stance against Tehran. Meanwhile, tensions continue to rise, with attacks on commercial shipping and drone strikes in Kuwait adding to regional instability. Trump has expressed frustration over stalled diplomatic efforts and Iran's refusal to meet US demands.



