24.02.2026 00:26
U.S. Army Chief of Staff General Dan Caine warned President Donald Trump that a possible military operation against Iran could have serious consequences. Caine stated that such an attack could escalate from a short-term intervention into a long-term conflict and could lead to U.S. military casualties, saying, "We will execute if ordered, but the risk is high."
U.S. Chief of Staff General Dan Caine warned President Donald Trump that a possible military operation against Iran could have serious consequences. According to reports in the American press, Caine assessed that such an attack could turn from a short-term intervention into a long-term conflict and could lead to U.S. military casualties.
"IF ORDERED, WE WILL IMPLEMENT, BUT THE RISK IS HIGH"
According to Axios, Caine, who is said to have spoken in security meetings, expressed that they would carry out any orders given by the President; however, he emphasized that the scope of the operation and the possible consequences should be carefully evaluated. Pentagon sources indicate that especially Iran's military capacity in the region and the response that allied elements could provide could widen the conflict.
DIFFERENT VIEWS WITHIN THE ADMINISTRATION
In Washington corridors, it is noted that there are differing opinions within the Trump administration regarding the roadmap to be followed against Iran. It is stated that there are those who argue that diplomatic channels should be strained, as well as those who want to keep harsher and limited military options on the table. It is reported that a final decision has not yet been made, and both diplomatic and military scenarios continue to be evaluated.
REGIONAL TENSION MAY ESCALATE
Experts warn that a direct U.S. intervention against Iran may not be limited to just the two countries, but could lead to broader instability across the Middle East. Iran's capacity to retaliate against a possible attack and the likelihood of responding through proxy forces in the region are among the most discussed topics in Washington.