[UPDATE-Feb 22, 2026-Israel-Iran War] Gaza-Hamas, Lebanon-Hezbollah, Syria: Real Time Reaction and Analysis

US-Iran war inevitable, Israel preparing for joint attack with US Talks between Iran and the United States have stalled after two rounds failed to resolve disputes over uranium enrichment, missiles and sanctions relief Iran and the United States are moving closer to military confrontation as diplomatic efforts over Tehran’s nuclear program stall and Washington expands its military presence in the Middle East, according to officials and diplomats cited by Reuters. Officials from Iran, the United States, Gulf countries, Europe and Israel told Reuters that expectations for a negotiated settlement are fading, with regional actors now viewing conflict as more likely…