US and Iran pause strikes but disagree over next steps on talks

While strikes from both Iran and the US have now paused, the actions of each country throughout the weekend leave potential negotiations far from a conclusion. Iran, striking shipping vessels within the Strait of Hormuz, and the US, striking Iranian military assets in return, highlight the fragility of this conflict. With continued disillusionment from the US public and congressional members towards the war, and rising inflation, the Trump administration may begin feeling pressure to reach any deal they can.