Modern military conflicts reveal a persistent gap between American strategic planning and battlefield realities. Despite technological superiority, the U.S. has struggled to achieve lasting political objectives in prolonged interventions across the Middle East and Central Asia. Examining factors such as mission creep, cultural complexities, and evolving insurgency tactics provides critical insights into why swift military victories often transform into protracted commitments that fail to meet initial objectives.

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