War & WWIIIPartly

The US cannot win a war against Iran; it will drag on.

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Verdict Partly

The 'drag on' part has happened: a war Trump expected to be short has lasted from 28 Feb 2026 to Oct 2026 through a collapsed ceasefire and renewed fighting. Whether the US 'cannot win' is not yet settled.

What he said

America cannot possibly win a war against Iran. This war can only drag on.
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