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Iran's Military Declines Amid U.S. Airstrikes and Tensions

3/13/2026

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U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Iran's missile volume declined by 90% and drone attacks by 95% since Operation Epic Fury began.
He said the United States intends to destroy Iran's military production and navy.
Iran retaliated against regional oil infrastructure, prompting U.S. airstrikes and higher tensions.
Hegseth says Iran's actions drive neighboring countries closer to the United States.
The Strait of Hormuz remains critical and affects global oil transport.

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U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Iran's missile volume declined by 90% and drone attacks by 95% since Operation Epic Fury began.
He said the United States intends to destroy Iran's military production and navy.
Iran retaliated against regional oil infrastructure, prompting U.S. airstrikes and higher tensions.
Hegseth says Iran's actions drive neighboring countries closer to the United States.
The Strait of Hormuz remains critical and affects global oil transport.