Recent reports reveal that former President Trump has been grappling with his own fears regarding military operations in Iran. Following the downing of a US jet, Trump expressed significant concerns about potential hostage crises and the risks of high American casualties, leading him to reject military plans for seizing Kharg Island. Insiders noted that Trump lashed out at aides during this tumultuous time and believed that projecting an ‘unstable’ persona on social media might bring Iran to negotiate. Despite his public bravado regarding military strength, the former president was reportedly anxious about the implications of escalating conflict.