Pentagon plots long war as ISIL battle extends
Ten weeks into the campaign against Islamic State, the Pentagon expects a lengthy fight. Airstrikes target IS oil, refineries, and military sites while Viet-like guidance relies on local forces, with Joint Task Force to coordinate from a forward Kuwait base.
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