The U.S. rescued two F-15E crew members from Iran, but lost an F-15E, HC-130J rescue aircraft, helicopters, drones and an A-10 during the operation. Analysts estimate the total cost may exceed US$2 billion, making it the most expensive combat rescue mission in modern military history.
If they cant temporarily control an area with overwhelming force to rescue a couple of pilots how did they ever hope to secure an area for an extended period of time with a small number of troops invading Iran? Invasion was always a stupid idea.