Subject: Re: Trump confesses
That's why it's not kabuki theater. This wasn't planned, and he's not doing it intentionally. He wants a win and can't get one. He doesn't have to admit a loss until the war is over. So he's keeping things unresolved and keeps negotiations going.

I agree, but if something can't go on forever, it won't. I am struggling to see how this ends. What is the most likely outcome and alternatives?

Strait opening and sanctions lifted? Why would Trump agree?
Strait opening and sanctions not lifted? why would Iran agree?
Ground invasion?
Stays closed indefinitely?

I can only see stays closed indefinitely but I am sure I am missing something.

Aussi