War may end in interim deal that leaves Iran battered but unbowed
An interim deal is emerging from the ongoing U.S.-Israeli war on Iran, which may leave Iran economically weakened but politically resilient. While the agreement could ease some economic pressures and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, it is expected to be a temporary truce rather than a lasting resolution. Key contentious issues, including Iran's nuclear program and military capabilities, are likely to remain unresolved for the time being.
- ▪The U.S.-Israeli war aimed to break Iran but is leading to a temporary agreement instead.
- ▪Iran is expected to emerge economically shattered but with hardline Revolutionary Guard dominance strengthened.
- ▪The deal may allow Iran to lift its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and secure financial relief through frozen assets.
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War may end in interim deal that leaves Iran battered but unbowedSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxPeople walk past a mural depicting the late leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, and the late Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in Tehran, Iran, May 12, 2026. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency) via REUTERSPublished Jun 03, 2026, 08:50 PMUpdated Jun 03, 2026, 08:50 PMDUBAI, June 3 - The U.S.-Israeli war on Iran was meant to break the Islamic Republic.
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