Iran cites Trump contradictions, labels him “losing gambler”

• The post compiles various statements made by the US President over the past month.
• The highlighted quotes display a range of messaging, from declarations of victory to warnings of severe consequences.

The Iranian Embassy in Zimbabwe released a social media post regarding US President Donald Trump.

Losing gambler pic.twitter.com/Jz9Pz9Agbb

— Iran Embassy in Zimbabwe (@IRANinZIMBABWE) April 19, 2026

The embassy shared a split-image graphic of the president, accompanied by a caption referring to him as a "losing gambler," focusing on a timeline of Trump's public statements between early March and early April. 

By placing these quotes side-by-side, the post highlights differences in the US administration's messaging regarding the ongoing conflict and the Strait of Hormuz blockade.

A timeline of differing statements

The image outlines varying remarks made by Trump, noting instances where contrasting statements were made on the same day.

According to the graphic, on March 7, Trump stated, "We defeated Iran," while another quote from that date reads, "Open the fu*** strait." 

The post notes similar variations through mid-March. On March 12, the President is quoted saying, "We did win," alongside another statement from the same day reading, "We haven't won completely yet."

Statements on alliances and the Strait of Hormuz

The embassy's post also points to differing US positions on international assistance. A March 14 quote stating, "Please help us," is contrasted with a March 17 statement: "We don't want or need NATO's help."

Regarding the Strait of Hormuz, the messaging shows a shift in stated priorities. Early March quotes show Trump calling for the strait to be opened, while a subsequent quote from March 21 states, "We don't need to open it."

Shifting tone on diplomatic talks

The graphic concludes by noting a shift in tone regarding the diplomatic process and the conflict's severity. It highlights that on March 23, Trump stated, "We had very good talks with Iran."

Two weeks later, the post notes a change in rhetoric. On April 7, Trump is quoted as saying, "A whole civilization will die tonight."

By compiling these statements, Tehran's diplomatic mission emphasizes these variations in US public messaging just as American envoys head to Pakistan for negotiations.