Why Does America Struggle to End Its Wars
The article discusses the lessons learned from the American war experience in Afghanistan and its impact on future military operations, particularly in the context of potential conflict with Iran. The war in Afghanistan shifted from a swift and decisive operation to a prolonged conflict. Despite the elimination of Osama bin Laden and the weakening of Al-Qaeda, Washington continued the fight for political and military reasons, fearing a loss of credibility and the sacrifices made by soldiers. The situation resembles that with Iran, where officials pledged a focused and swift war, but military realities highlight that the conflict could last months or more, with rising costs and uncertain gains. The American decision-makers face challenges in conclusively ending the conflict.
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