Trump Schizophrenia? U.S. Presidency Torn Between War Talk and Peace Promises at G7
Incoherent Leadership: Contradictions at the G7 in Canada At the June 2025 G7 summit in Canada, President Trump showcased stark contradictions - as he both praised Israel’s offensive against Iran and, in the same breath, urged for “peace soon” and negotiations between Iran and Israel. This “schizophrenic” approach - advocating for war one moment, diplomacy the next - amplifies global confusion and undermines any coherent U.S. strategy. European leaders, including Germany’s Friedrich Merz and the UK’s Keir Starmer, pressed Trump for clarity on whether the U.S. intends to push Israel toward a ceasefire or simply let the conflict intensify. Their concern: Trump’s inconsistent messaging threatens both regional stability and multilateral coordination. From Peace to Pretext Military Boasting vs. Diplomatic Hopes: Trump threatened possible U.S. involvement while expressing optimism that Iran “would like to talk” about a nuclear deal. Two Messages, One Mouth: Trump dec...