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U.S. Warns Iran: Combat Operations Ready Post-Ceasefire

4/17/2026

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U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warned Iran that the U.S. is prepared to resume combat operations if the ceasefire ends on April 22, 2025.
Hegseth accused Iran of piracy and terrorism in the Strait of Hormuz.
Hegseth said the United States is growing stronger while Iran is not.
U.S. military leaders including General Dan Caine and Admiral Brad Cooper reiterated readiness to act.

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U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warned Iran that the U.S. is prepared to resume combat operations if the ceasefire ends on April 22, 2025.
Hegseth accused Iran of piracy and terrorism in the Strait of Hormuz.
Hegseth said the United States is growing stronger while Iran is not.
U.S. military leaders including General Dan Caine and Admiral Brad Cooper reiterated readiness to act.