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Analysts Warn: Iran War Could Undermine US Military Edge for Decades

Iran was covered in black smoke and toxic rain after Israeli strikes on one of its oil refineries. (Reuters)

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News18•14-03-2026, 18:41

Analysts Warn: Iran War Could Undermine US Military Edge for Decades

•Analysts warn the US war with Iran lacks a clear political objective despite effective military operations.
•The conflict could have significant long-term negative impacts, reshaping US military posture for decades.
•Shifting US objectives and Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz complicate the conflict's duration and strategy.
•President Trump's dismantling of career official roles and limited inter-agency coordination contributed to chaotic early responses.
•The prolonged conflict strains US military resources, diverting assets from other regions like Asia, and threatens global capabilities.

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