 What to know U.S. military leaders advised Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth that prolonged operations against Iran are unsustainable, risking other threats, according to people familiar with a recent assessment. The Aug. 14 Secretary of Defense Orders Book shows disagreement among military leaders about extending deployments, those familiar with the assessment said. The Iran conflict has strained resources, impacting readiness for other missions. The Navy, in particular, faces challenges maintaining its fleet due to extended deployments. Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed. |
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