US military leaders warn Hegseth: Iran operations unsustainable, erode force readiness

Senior US military leaders have privately warned Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth that the current large-scale operations in Iran are unsustainable and are degrading the military's ability to protect US interests elsewhere. The warning, reported by the Washington Post, signals a potential rift between civilian leadership and the uniformed military over force posture. The sustainability of the campaign and its impact on global readiness remain uncertain, but the admission suggests internal pressure to adjust strategy.