Iran considers military escalation amid rising US tensions

Iran is considering military escalation as tensions with the US rise, potentially destabilizing regional security and impacting global markets. This situation diminishes the prospects for a diplomatic resolution. Meanwhile, Trump asserts that Iran is in an economic and military death spiral, claiming the US is prevailing. Stalled diplomatic efforts and prevailing market pessimism further highlight the significant challenges in achieving a U.S.-Iran deal, which continues to affect the overall stability of the region.