"Washington's decision to enter a limited conflict was based on an optimistic assessment that Iran would quickly retreat. However, the battlefield shattered that assumption, leading to a 40-day war of attrition that imposed heavy costs."
"The US assumed Iran's behavioral pattern from the short war with Israel would repeat, but the level of direct US involvement was far higher, prompting Iran to adjust its response."
"General Keane warned of the risks of closing the Strait of Hormuz, but Trump rejected this assessment, believing Iran would surrender before reaching that point."
"Iran's focus shifted from targeting Israel to US bases across the region, placing the UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Jordan directly on Iran's target list."
Washington's misreading of Iran's strategy resulted in a prolonged conflict rather than a quick resolution. The initial assumption that Iran would behave similarly to its previous short war with Israel proved incorrect. The US underestimated the costs of a 40-day war of attrition, which failed to meet its objectives. Iran's strategic focus shifted from Israel to US bases in the region, complicating the situation further. The Strait of Hormuz became a critical factor, disrupting US military and economic plans.
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