The Trump administration's stance on its military objectives in Iran has undergone significant changes since the conflict began. Initially, the U.S. aimed for the complete destruction of Iran’s missile capabilities, nuclear ambitions, and regional influence. Secretary of State Marco Rubio recently indicated that the U.S. would achieve these goals in a matter of weeks. However, as the conflict progressed, the administration's objectives shifted, with officials presenting inconsistent lists of goals. For instance, the focus on eliminating Iran's missile capabilities has softened to merely reducing them. Reports indicate that Iran's missile launch rates have dropped by about 90%, yet it still retains the ability to conduct strikes. Similarly, while the U.S. aimed to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons, the enriched uranium remains stored underground, indicating a departure from the initial objectives. The administration also claims significant success in dismantling Iran's conventional military forces, but the reality of Iran's asymmetric warfare capabilities complicates this narrative. Additionally, the goal of regime change has been quietly dropped as the Iranian leadership remains intact. Ultimately, while the U.S. can point to some achievements against revised goals, the original ambitious objectives remain largely unmet.