US-Iran tensions escalate amid conflicting negotiation claims. Iran's missiles challenge Israeli defenses as Hezbollah and Houthis join the fight. Drone warfare undermines traditional military advantages. Strait of Hormuz disruptions threaten global energy and food security, risking inflation worldwide. US and Israeli domestic politics, including elections, may limit conflict duration. Economic pressures and public opinion could force diplomatic resolution. Key insight: asymmetric warfare and global interdependence constrain prolonged escalation.

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