As the Iran war enters its 11th day, US President Donald Trump has sent conflicting messages about the state of the conflict. While claiming that Iran's military capabilities have largely been destroyed and the war is nearly complete, other statements from both Trump and the Pentagon suggest the fighting has only just begun. The US president has also alternated between saying Iran's leadership is gone and acknowledging the installation of a new Supreme Leader. The shifting narrative has raised questions about Washington's strategy and whether the US is seeking an exit from the conflict.