The Economic Times

Hegseth insists the Iran conflict is 'not endless' while warning more casualties are likely

US and Israeli forces launched strikes in Iran. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated this is not an endless conflict. More American casualties are expected. The operation aims to eliminate Iran's ballistic missile threat and ensure no nuclear weapons. The conflict has spread regionally. Six American troops have been killed. The US military buildup in the Middle East is increasing.