A retired general says US moves in the Middle East aim to give the president more military options, not expand the Iran war.
WHO:Retired general
WHAT:Says US surging resources to the Middle East is about providing the president more muscular military options, not expanding the Iran war itself.
WHEN:Jul 23, 2026 at 6:08 PM ET
WHERE:Location not specified
WHY:He is reacting to reported US plans to send forces, medics, and weaponry to the Middle East to give the president more options as he considers expanding the conflict against Iran.
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