Six months in, Iran war goals unmet

Six months into the conflict with the United States, Iranian leaders are publicly acknowledging the severe economic toll of the war and intensified sanctions.

The supreme leader has called on the government to address the crisis, while analysts say the US goal of bending Iran to its will remains unmet.

Sanctions have deepened the economic pain, with inflation and shortages spreading across the country.

The war has also strained regional stability, and diplomatic efforts remain stalled.