Watch: Trump's shifting deadlines for ending Iran war

The BBC's chief international correspondent analyses the US President's latest White House address.

President Trump announced plans to intensify military operations in Iran, threatening to bomb the country 'back to the stone ages' within two to three weeks if a peace deal isn't reached, signaling a shift from previous strategies.

Despite military dominance over Iran, the U.S. faces significant costs and ambiguous progress, with unclear definitions of victory and growing domestic concerns.

Inconsistent messaging from President Trump regarding Iran has caused confusion among his advisers and allies, impacting geopolitical stability and financial markets.

European and Asian markets surged amid renewed optimism that the Iran war could end soon after President Trump's comments about U.S. withdrawal within two to three weeks.