Why Washington and Tehran keep talking past each other

Despite both the Trump administration and the Iranian regime expressing a preference for a diplomatic solution, efforts to reach a deal seem increasingly out of reach. The fundamental disagreements at play may be too deep to bridge, with two previous negotiation attempts in the last 18 months collapsing and leading to renewed hostilities. This stalemate carries significant risk, as another failed diplomatic effort could trigger another outbreak of conflict within weeks. The stakes are high, as the potential for another war looms large if these long-standing issues remain unresolved.