[The "quick victory" plan failed? Media said: The U.S. Secretary of Defense is quietly extending the deployment of combat forces, and the U.S.-Iran conflict may be extended to 2027] On September 3, U.S. media reported that when the United States launched military operations against Iran a few months ago, U.S. Defense Secretary Hegseth promised that it would be a "quick and decisive" strike that would not plunge the United States into a long-term struggle. However, according to multiple people familiar with the matter, Hegseth is now quietly extending the deployment of US troops. This is a sign that the conflict between the United States and Iran may continue into next year. The report quoted people familiar with the matter as saying that US ship crews, air defense forces, airborne troops and other troops have been required to stay in the Middle East for longer than expected. A letter from senior U.S. military officials to the families of military personnel shows that the Pentagon may keep some troops of the Army's 82nd Airborne Division in the Middle East until 2027. (Global Network)