Iran War Enters Fourth Week With No Clear End in Sight; Diplomatic Channels Stalled

No ceasefire prospect as the conflict enters its fourth week. Iran's foreign minister stated Tehran 'never asked for a ceasefire' and demands guarantees plus compensation. Trump rejected Iran's terms. No direct US-Iran contact; Egypt, Qatar, and the UK are passing messages. ICG warned diplomatic off-ramps are rapidly narrowing as both sides escalate targeting.