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U.S. Targets 7,000 Sites in Ruthless Iran Offensive

3/20/2026

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Secretary of War Pete Hegseth stated on March 20, 2026 that the United States has targeted over 7,000 sites in Iran.
He emphasized that the United States pursues overwhelming force.
Hegseth claimed the current operations are the largest yet.
He asserted that U.S. capabilities are increasing while Iran's military is deteriorating.
He described the approach as methodical and ruthless in pursuing Iranian military assets.

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Story summary

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth stated on March 20, 2026 that the United States has targeted over 7,000 sites in Iran.
He emphasized that the United States pursues overwhelming force.
Hegseth claimed the current operations are the largest yet.
He asserted that U.S. capabilities are increasing while Iran's military is deteriorating.
He described the approach as methodical and ruthless in pursuing Iranian military assets.