- The Pentagon is reportedly set to extend the deployment of US troops in the Middle East into next year as the war with Iran continues.
- Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth is reportedly stretching troop presence to leave President Donald Trump with open-ended options in the region.
- Trump said that the U.S. is prepared to launch another attack at any time following a major exchange of fire with Tehran.
- Trump added that any renewed military campaign would not last too long, despite giving little clarity on long-term plans.
- Concerns of renewed conflict have grown across the region following the largest exchange of fire between Washington and Tehran since July.
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