US President Donald Trump has launched another aggressive online campaign against Iran, using a series of AI-generated graphics and posts to highlight what he described as the country’s economic and military difficulties. Among the visuals shared on Truth Social was a striking graphic showing the outline of Trump’s face incorporated into a map of Iran. The unusual image quickly drew attention because of its highly personalised presentation of the ongoing confrontation between Washington and Tehran.

Trump also shared graphics focused on Iran’s oil exports, currency and economic condition, presenting them as evidence that pressure from the United States is having a major impact on Tehran. Trump claimed that oil traffic through the waterway had recovered to levels close to those seen before the conflict. However, the situation remains highly volatile, with Iran planning new restrictions around the Gulf and continued tensions affecting shipping through the region. Another AI-generated image shared by Trump showed an aircraft attacking an oil facility, accompanied by a message directed at Kharg Island, Iran’s major oil export hub.

The posts appeared designed to reinforce his warning that Iran’s economic lifelines could remain under pressure. The conflict has also created wider concerns for the global economy, particularly because disruption around the Strait of Hormuz can affect international energy supplies and push up oil prices. The latest posts also highlight how artificial intelligence is increasingly being used in political communication. Rather than relying only on conventional photographs or official statements, Trump's social media campaign has incorporated dramatic AI-created imagery to communicate threats and project strength. The use of such visuals has sparked discussion over the growing role of AI in political messaging, particularly during an active military conflict where images can shape public perception almost instantly.