US-Iran Conflict Risks Turning into a Costly Frozen War

Without a lasting agreement, the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran is increasingly resembling a war of attrition, exacting heavy tolls on both sides despite the enormous expenses involved. The lack of a permanent diplomatic resolution threatens to entrench hostilities, leading to a protracted stalemate that could persist for years. Analysts warn that such a frozen conflict would drain resources and destabilize the region further, with no clear end in sight. The human and economic costs continue to mount as both nations remain locked in a cycle of retaliation without a viable path to peace.