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U.S. Targets 7,000 Iranian Sites in Defense Mission

3/19/2026

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U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reaffirmed on March 19 that U.S. aims in Iran, begun February 28, are to dismantle missile launchers and prevent nuclear development.
The Pentagon reports U.S. forces have targeted 7,000 sites, including over 40 mine-laying vessels and 11 submarines.
General Dan Caine said operations are progressing, with strikes penetrating deeper into Iranian territory daily.
The Pentagon seeks more than $200 billion from Congress to fund these efforts.

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U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reaffirmed on March 19 that U.S. aims in Iran, begun February 28, are to dismantle missile launchers and prevent nuclear development.
The Pentagon reports U.S. forces have targeted 7,000 sites, including over 40 mine-laying vessels and 11 submarines.
General Dan Caine said operations are progressing, with strikes penetrating deeper into Iranian territory daily.
The Pentagon seeks more than $200 billion from Congress to fund these efforts.