WASHINGTON: US Vice President JD Vance has said he is confident that the ongoing Iran-related conflict will not turn into a prolonged military quagmire for the United States, unlike the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Speaking in an interview with USA Today, Vance said he “feels extremely confident” that America’s involvement in Iran will not continue even a year from now, and “certainly not years down the road.”
He added that the United States is committed to success in its current approach, but suggested that if diplomatic efforts fail, President Donald Trump still has additional options available.
Vance further stressed that as long as the US mission remains focused on its core objective—preventing Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon—the situation would not spiral into a long-term conflict.
He said, “I think that we’re going to be successful. If this diplomacy ultimately falls apart, then the president has further tools at his disposal.”
Reiterating his position, Vance said the conflict would not become a “quagmire” for Washington, provided it remains anchored to its stated strategic goal regarding Iran’s nuclear program.