War on Iran: Is escalation more likely than a deal?

Former Iranian diplomat Hossein Mousavian and former US diplomat Alan Eyre, both involved in past nuclear negotiations with Iran, argue that the conflict between the United States and Iran is unlikely to resolve into either a peace deal or a stable standoff soon. They suggest that the current situation is worsening due to the US administration's preference for quick military victories over diplomatic solutions. The diplomats also note that Iran does not trust US assertions about the war being solely about nuclear weapons rather than oil interests, indicating a lack of mutual trust that hinders peace efforts. Additionally, they contend that regional countries should take more initiative in conflict resolution with less direct leadership from the United States.