- Continuation of military strikes if Iran persists in retaliatory attacks.
- Diplomacy or ceasefire negotiations if international pressure increases.
- A broader regional war if proxy groups aligned with Iran and Israel are drawn in.
Experts warn that depending on how events unfold, the U.S. could find itself in a protracted period of heightened global military engagement — a scenario with deep implications for American families, national budgets, and future generations.
