The US has inflicted significant damage to Iran’s military capability, government and economy, but none of that has translated into achieving the US' zigzagging strategic goals.

There are signs of fresh momentum to end the war, but Trump himself has injected a note of caution.

The US has inflicted significant damage to Iran’s military capability, government and economy, but none of that has translated into achieving the US' zigzagging strategic goals.

Simply hanging on could be a disaster for Iranians, while Trump needs to resolve this economic crisis he created

Iran and the US face renewed tensions over wartime negotiations, with Trump's upcoming China trip adding complexity to the standoff.