How close is a ground war with Iran? US, Israeli officials keep the option on the table

U.S. and Israeli officials are intensifying military operations targeting leadership changes in Iran, with the possibility of a ground invasion, potentially escalating into a regional conflict. The Pentagon released video evidence of U.S. forces striking an Iranian ship, while a New York Times analysis implicated U.S. forces in a deadly strike on an elementary school near an Iranian military site. Despite a significant decrease in ballistic missile attacks, the military operations continue, with both U.S. and Israeli forces preparing for more intense phases. Iran's foreign ministry expressed readiness to confront any U.S. ground invasion, underscoring the heightened tensions.