Stop seeking ulterior motives. He's just an evil person.
His posting style is also very typical of facist governments.
His approval rating is the worst of any president since WW2, including his first term, which was the previous 'record holder.' The Iran war is deeply unpopular with the American people, the skyrocketing gas and diesel prices are infuriating many. He's desperate to shift attention.
I heard it was popular with Republicans.
Also, the Democratic party establishment seems pretty mum on this war so far. They are full of neocons too.