# Analysis: Why America struggles to end its “forever wars”

Al Jazeera examines why the United States has been unable to stop long-running military engagements despite repeated pledges to end them. The analysis looks at political, military, and institutional factors that sustain these conflicts. It matters because it frames debate over US foreign policy and the costs of prolonged wars.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### World
- [Al Jazeera](https://www.aljazeera.com/video/lets-focus/2026/10/27/forever-wars-why-cant-america-stop?traffic_source=rss) — Tue, 27 Oct 2026 21:21:08 +0000