Martin Dempsey: “There has to be, Senator. We have to find a way forward.”

My view at this point is that this coalition is the appropriate way forward. I believe that will prove true. But if it fails to be true, and if there are threats to the United States then, I, of course, would go back to the president and…

The first step will be to prevent Iran from acquiring advanced, offensive weapons by working with our partners.

I would not recommend we put United States forces in harm's way... simply to stiffen the spine of local forces.

Intelligence is hard, thankless work. Fortunately, we have dedicated, patriotic, and courageous men and women on the job. Thanks.