[Think Tank Warning: U.S. Strikes on Iran May Only Last Weeks, Israel to Take Over Long-Term Operations] BlockBeats News, March 19 — According to analysis by Seth G. Jones, an expert at the U.S. Center for Strategic and International Studies, the direct military strike phase by the United States on Iran may only last 'a few days or weeks,' primarily constrained by insufficient stockpiles of long-range strike and defensive munitions. He pointed out that prior to the latest round of strikes, the U.S. was already facing tight reserves of critical munitions, which will force the Donald Trump administration to scale down the scope of military operations. However, even as the U.S. gradually pulls back, Israel is expected to continue periodic strikes on Iran, similar to its long-term military strategy against armed groups in Lebanon. Analysts believe that if the conflict ends at this stage, it may help ease tensions in the Strait of Hormuz and drive oil prices down, but the resumption of shipping will still depend on the progress of subsequent diplomatic negotiations.