U.S. Vice President JD Vance said Washington intends to continue its military campaign against Iran for “a little while longer,” arguing the objective is to significantly weaken the Islamic Republic’s capabilities for the long term.

Speaking on the The Benny Show, Vance indicated that the United States has already achieved most of its operational goals, but will extend the campaign to ensure lasting impact.

“The president’s going to keep at it for a little while longer to ensure that once we leave, we don’t have to do this again for a very, very long time,” Vance said.

Vance suggested the core military objectives may already be largely fulfilled, even as operations continue.

At the same time, he acknowledged that the gains may not be permanent without additional pressure.

“We need to neuter them for a very, very long time,” he said, referring to Iran’s military and nuclear ambitions.

Vance reiterated the administration’s position that Iran continues to pose a threat, including through efforts to develop nuclear capabilities.

Addressing domestic concerns, Vance pushed back on criticism over rising fuel prices linked to the conflict, describing the increases as short-lived.

“It’s a very temporary reaction to what is going to ultimately be a short-term conflict,” he said.

He emphasized that the administration does not intend to remain militarily engaged in Iran over the long term.

“We’re not interested in being in Iran a year down the road or two years down the road… We’re going to be out of there soon, and gas prices are going to come back down.”

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