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War Secretary Hegseth Defends Swift U.S. Strikes on Iran

3/27/2026

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War Secretary Pete Hegseth defended U.S. operations against Iran at a Cabinet meeting, calling the campaign swift and effective.
He criticized media coverage as misrepresenting military efforts and urged accurate reporting.
Hegseth emphasized the operation's success, noting over 10,000 enemy targets hit and Iran's naval capabilities degraded.
He argued the current campaign is structured and decisive, unlike past conflicts.
Hegseth criticized the Iran nuclear deal, asserting military actions were needed.

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War Secretary Pete Hegseth defended U.S. operations against Iran at a Cabinet meeting, calling the campaign swift and effective.
He criticized media coverage as misrepresenting military efforts and urged accurate reporting.
Hegseth emphasized the operation's success, noting over 10,000 enemy targets hit and Iran's naval capabilities degraded.
He argued the current campaign is structured and decisive, unlike past conflicts.
Hegseth criticized the Iran nuclear deal, asserting military actions were needed.