US Officials Confirm No Ground Troops Deployment in Iran After Strikes

Following U.S. airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance emphasized that the United States does not intend to deploy ground troops in Iran, aiming to avoid a protracted conflict. Senator Lindsey Graham, a supporter of the strikes, concurred that boots on the ground are unlikely, while highlighting continued Israeli efforts against the Iranian regime. The military operation involved B-2 stealth bombers targeting Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan nuclear sites, with Trump warning of severe consequences if Iran does not pursue peace. Vance clarified that the U.S. is at war with Iran’s nuclear program, not the country itself, and stressed that Trump’s precise strikes reflect a strategic approach to protect American and regional interests. Graham defended Trump’s authority to order the strikes without congressional approval, citing Article II powers, and suggested Congress could respond by cutting off funding if necessary. Overall, the administration projects a firm stance against Iran’s nuclear ambitions while seeking to limit direct ground combat involvement.