British newspaper Financial Times has strongly criticised US President Donald Trump over his handling of the Iran war, describing it as inconsistent, poorly planned and lacking a clear strategy.

In an analytical report, the publication said that Trump appeared to adopt contradictory positions — issuing serious threats while simultaneously calling for negotiations — creating confusion over his overall approach.

The report maintained that Trump’s unclear and contradictory approach shook the confidence of US allies and added fuel to rising tensions across the region.

It also referred to British leader Winston Churchill, emphasising that honesty and consistency are especially vital when navigating moments of conflict.

However, it said questions were repeatedly raised about the consistency and accuracy of Trump’s statements, which were sometimes seen as disconnected from facts and required verification from other sources.

The report further said that Trump seemed to believe Iran would back down within 72 hours — an assumption described as his initial “Plan A” — but pointed out the absence of any clear “Plan B.”

This, it argued, suggested the United States was proceeding without a well-defined alternative strategy.

It added that regional countries and US allies were already aware of the likelihood of an Iranian response and had warned Trump accordingly.

However, inconsistencies in US policy made the situation more complex.

The report said the conflict has shaken the trust of US allies and sparked global worries about the risk of an arms race in the region.

It also pointed to a clear shift in Trump’s approach to Iran — moving from earlier calls for regime change to later hints that some sanctions might be eased.

Overall, the newspaper described Trump’s policies as inconsistent, leaving allies unsure of Washington’s direction and heightening the chance of new crises on the global stage.