In the absence of a permanent deal, the war between the US and Iran is becoming one of attrition despite huge costs.

US-Iran diplomacy in a deadlock, but analysts say both sides are unlikely to return to fighting.

Diplomatic efforts to end the Iran war stalled again over the weekend as both sides dug in on their demands.

The US and Israel fail to secure a decisive victory over Iran, leaving a contested stalemate, strained capabilities and an escalating shift to economic warfare.

With the two sides locked in a standoff, oil prices have continued to soar.

Washington facing long economic war or risky military action to reopen strait of Hormuz – which may now be more valuable to Iran than a nuclear weapon

In the absence of a permanent deal, the war between the US and Iran is becoming one of attrition despite huge costs.