World · 27 February 2026

Vance: US can strike Iran, avoid a long war

US Vice President JD Vance has pledged that Washington will not become entangled in an extended Middle East conflict. Speaking on Air Force Two, he confirmed that President Donald Trump is reviewing possible military action against Iran. Vance stressed that any decision taken would not lead to a protracted deployment of American troops, firmly dismissing suggestions that the United States could face another years-long war in the region.

By BriefTea Editorial · 27 February 2026 at 3:59

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