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Iran Goes on Offensive as Diplomacy with US Stalls

Tehran says diplomatic efforts have stalled while military leaders push offensive operations and tighter control of the Strait of Hormuz.

Summary by Times of India
Six months into its war with the United States, Iran's military has begun signalling a shift from retaliation to offence, which analysts say could reflect Tehran's belief it holds leverage to advance its demands and break the stalemate. Ahmad Zeidabadi, a Tehran-based international relations expert, believes the shift reflects Tehran's assessment of Washington's intentions.

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Al-Monitor broke the news in Washington, United States on Tuesday, August 18, 2026.
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