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Six months into the war with Iran, neither side is backing down — the U.S. pivots to economic sanctions while Iran doubles down on defiance, claiming global support. A fragile ceasefire collapsed when the U.S. threatened retaliation over the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran refused to fully reopen. Experts warn both sides are playing a long game, betting time and pressure will wear the other down — but diplomacy is stalled by mutual distrust and rigid positions. The U.S. needs credible “carrots and sticks,” but Iran’s already hardened stance and the U.S.’s reluctance to give key concessions like asset unfreezing make progress tough. While a ground war seems unlikely, ongoing skirmishes — especially with Israel involved — could drag on, as both sides juggle political pressure and strategic patience.

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