DID Press: A report by the Cato Institute says recent conflicts have exposed the vulnerability of US military bases positioned on the front lines.
According to the analysis, airstrikes have failed to determine the outcome of the war, while Iran has continued to sustain its resistance—pushing Washington toward greater reliance on diplomatic channels.
The report further states that Iran has maintained its capacity to inflict military damage, while the presence of roughly 40,000 U.S. troops in the region creates what it describes as a “tempting target bank” for Tehran.
The assessment comes amid ongoing regional tensions, with a unilateral ceasefire announced by Donald Trump widely interpreted as highlighting the limits of U.S. objectives in confronting Iran.