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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, 2026Advertisement
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.