In a fiery Pentagon briefing, US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth laid out what he called “decisive” objectives against Iran, warning the campaign will not be short. While vowing to destroy Iran’s missiles, navy and nuclear ambitions, Hegseth invoked past attacks in Beirut and Baghdad, framing the current fight as unfinished business. Chairman of the Joint Chiefs Gen. Dan Caine cautioned that more losses could come as major combat operations unfold. As battle damage assessments continue, Iran signals further retaliation. Is Washington bracing for a long, grinding showdown?