In recent charged atmosphere Iran did not retreat into silence, instead its diplomatic apparatus moved with deliberate confidence, launching a regional tour led by its top diplomat, first to Pakistan, then Oman, and finally Russia.

A war paused, but not resolved.

A war launched for quick regime change spirals into a prolonged and costly conflict with no clear victory in sight.

At the outset, Washington and Tel Aviv believed Iran would collapse quickly under sustained military pressure. They were mistaken.

In modern times, no one has championed reviving Islamic civilization like the martyred Imam, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei.

After years of pressure, the US may face a strategic deadlock with Iran.

Trump seems keen on a "gradual ending" to the Iran conflict.