US strikes Iranian military sites, Trump says conflict could last weeks

The United States conducted military strikes against targets linked to Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), with officials stating a key headquarters was destroyed. The action followed what the US described as a breakdown in diplomatic efforts.

President Trump stated the conflict with Iran could last weeks, offering estimates ranging from four weeks to potentially longer. He asserted the US would 'easily prevail' and that the Pentagon's goal was not 'nation building' in Iran. The strikes reportedly intensified and affected some energy infrastructure in the Middle East.

The Pentagon pledged continued operations, with Trump noting the US has sufficient ammunition reserves. The narrative from the administration about the war's potential duration appeared to shift across different statements.