STALEMATE IN THE GULF
What was supposed to be a swift operation is turning into a dangerous stalemate. Here is why experts fear a prolonged conflict.
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"We are stuck in a terrible US-Iran stalemate." This follows Saturday's clash where the US hit 3 Iranian tankers after missile attacks on its navy. While Iran threatens heavier retaliation, US officials say 9 million barrels of oil daily still transit the Strait of Hormuz.
Former Defense Secretary Leon Panetta warns the war will likely continue for another 6 months, risking becoming another "forever war."
