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Ex-CENTCOM commander warns US against 'risky' Iran mission that may worsen existing tensions

Retired US Army Gen. David Petraeus warns that assassinating Iran's leadership won't solve its issues and cautions against a US ground operation to seize its stockpile of enriched uranium.

Retired U.S. Army Gen. David Petraeus has warned against a potential U.S. ground operation to seize Iran's stockpile of enriched uranium, labeling such an action as 'risky'. Petraeus believes assassinating more Iranian leadership will not resolve the underlying issues. He cautioned that a military seizure would likely lead to increased tensions and instability in the region. The general's comments come amid ongoing diplomatic efforts to address Iran's nuclear program.

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