Former Iran nuclear deal negotiator on what U.S.-Iran 'new normal' looks like
U.S.-Iran relations are settling into a 'new normal' characterized by periodic military flare-ups followed by diplomatic de-escalation. Experts suggest both nations are incentivized to avoid full-scale war while continuing negotiations.
Why it matters
Understanding this cycle of tension is critical for global energy markets and regional stability in the Middle East.
The United States and Iran spent another weekend testing a ceasefire that has rarely looked like one, trading airstrikes and warnings even as negotiations over a broader agreement continue.
The article relies on expert analysis and diplomatic context to explain a complex geopolitical situation.
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