# The Iran war shifts to an economic battle, deepening the US quagmire

https://mins.news/en/item/27983

- CGTN, 2026-08-21 02:22 UTC
- World
- Original: https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-21/The-Iran-war-shifts-to-economic-battle-A-growing-quagmire-for-the-US-1PMsDk8NPFe/p.html?UTM_Source=cgtn&UTM_Medium=rss&UTM_Campaign=World

> The article argues that the US-Iran strategic confrontation is becoming increasingly protracted. After nearly half a year of conflict, Washington has recognized that military force alone may not compel Tehran to make concessions on issues including the nuclear dispute and the Strait of Hormuz. The US is therefore pursuing sustained pressure through a maritime blockade, naval deployments and expanded sanctions, though the effectiveness of that approach remains uncertain.

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