US-Iran War Risks and Cycle of Conflict

A US-Iran conflict risks becoming a prolonged war characterized by repeated cycles of fighting due to shifting US objectives and the inability of either side to achieve decisive military victory. According to Bloomberg Economics Defense Lead Becca Wasser, these pause-and-resume cycles could allow both sides to rearm and adapt, potentially expanding the conflict beyond current boundaries. Direct US-Iran diplomatic talks may be necessary to achieve any lasting resolution.