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U.S. Defense Chief: Iran Operations Aim to Dismantle Military

3/9/2026

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U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told reporters that ongoing operations against Iran would not lead to an endless war.
He said the mission aims to dismantle Iran's military capabilities.
Hegseth's remarks followed the death of a fourth U.S. service member due to injuries sustained in the conflict.
The Pentagon reported intercepting numerous ballistic missiles aimed at U.S. forces in the region.

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U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told reporters that ongoing operations against Iran would not lead to an endless war.
He said the mission aims to dismantle Iran's military capabilities.
Hegseth's remarks followed the death of a fourth U.S. service member due to injuries sustained in the conflict.
The Pentagon reported intercepting numerous ballistic missiles aimed at U.S. forces in the region.