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U.S. Intelligence Warns Against Military Action in Iran

3/7/2026

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A classified report from the National Intelligence Council concludes that a large-scale U.S. military assault on Iran would likely fail to remove Iran's entrenched military and clerical leadership.
This assessment comes as the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump indicates that an extended military campaign is just beginning.
The report highlights the challenges of military intervention in Iran, emphasizing the resilience of its governing structures.

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A classified report from the National Intelligence Council concludes that a large-scale U.S. military assault on Iran would likely fail to remove Iran's entrenched military and clerical leadership.
This assessment comes as the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump indicates that an extended military campaign is just beginning.
The report highlights the challenges of military intervention in Iran, emphasizing the resilience of its governing structures.