U.S. and Iran no closer to ending war as Gulf clashes test ceasefire

Prospects for an end to the war between the U.S. and Iran remain uncertain as tensions escalate in the Gulf, testing the fragile ceasefire. Recent clashes between U.S. and Iranian forces have intensified, with a CIA assessment indicating Iran's ability to withstand a naval blockade for months. The U.S. is simultaneously pursuing diplomacy while increasing sanctions on individuals and companies aiding Iran's military.