Could the US deploy troops to Iran, and how could that play out?
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Experts state that Iran's mountainous geography would complicate a U.S. ground invasion, though limited military missions are possible.
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Experts indicate that Iran's extensive, mountainous geography would complicate an invasion. However, a limited and precise military mission remains a possibility. The article does not specify the nature or purpose of such a mission, nor does it detail potential consequences.
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