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How close is the US to putting troops on the ground in Iran?

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Alex Forrest Whiting
March 10, 2026

After days of airstrikes, could the US begin a ground operation in Iran? Analyst Shahin Modarres lays out why a full invasion is unlikely, but limited, high‑risk special‑forces missions remain a possibility.

After days of U.S. and Israeli airstrikes on Iran, debate grows over possible ground operations. US President DonaldTrump won’t rule out deploying troops. Analyst Shahin Modarres says a full invasion is unrealistic, but limited special‑forces missions could target enriched uranium or Iran’s new Supreme Leader. He warns that Tehran may hide assets in civilian areas, raising risks of casualties and hostage‑taking as tensions escalate.

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