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Trump will ‘negotiate with bombs’ and lead the free world — whether it likes it or not, Hegseth vows

ANALYSIS: Nobody will say for sure whether civilians will suffer and ungrateful allies should be careful, reports Holly Baxter on a Pete Hegseth war briefing that played fast and loose with the English language

The Independent UK

Trump’s top general promises ‘we always strike lawful targets’ after president threatens Iran’s water supply

General Dan Caine declined to tell reporters whether Iran’s water infrastructure would represent such a target

The Independent UK

Despite month of bombing, Iran retains some missile capability

Iran has retained some of its ability to launch offensive missile attacks after a month-long U.S.-Israeli bombardment of the country that was intended to cripple Tehran’s military might, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth acknowledged on Tuesday. Iran “will still shoot some missiles, but we will shoot them down,” Hegseth said during a Pentagon…

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‘That’s all we have tolerance for’: Fox News host who lost both legs in Afghanistan sends Trump a warning he can’t ignore

His message is hard to argue with

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Trump Says Pete Hegseth Doesn't Want To End The War In Iran: 'Just Interested In Winning'

President Donald Trump said the war in Iran could end soon but noted that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is not interested in wrapping up.

Latin Times

Trump Begins Shifting Iran War Blame To Pete Hegseth—Says He Was First To Say 'Let's Do It'

Explore political tensions as Donald Trump credits Pete Hegseth for pushing Iran military action amid backlash over Operation Epic Fury and missed intelligence warnings.

International Business Times UK

Pete Hegseth lectures Iran on ‘spending money on weapons’ while waging war on Iran

In a press briefing regarding the Iran war, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth had an interesting criticism against the Iranian government. An Iranian embassy quickly pointed out the contradiction in Hegseth’s statement.

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'Iran came with a lot of weapons': Top US general says Iran retains 'some capability'; Hegseth assures war not 'endless abyss'

US military leaders present conflicting views on the ongoing conflict with Iran. While General Caine signals a prolonged, aggressive campaign targeting Iran's military capabilities, Defense Secretary Hegseth assures it's not an endless quagmire. President Trump's statements also offer mixed signals, suggesting a swift conclusion while also indicating a desire to…

The Times of India

How cyberattacks are being used as weapons in the Iran war

State-linked and hacktivist groups have claimed a series of cyberattacks against the United States and Israel since the war with Iran began.

Euronews

Donald Trump pulls his top general into the Oval Office over the Strait of Hormuz – the answer left him with zero good options

It’s not as simple as it looks.

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The Strait of Hormuz is an Iranian 'kill box,' preventing the U.S. Navy from securing it right now and letting tankers pass through freely

"Iran has extensive tunnel networks to protect and launch such vessels surreptitiously, including midget submarines and other submersibles useful for mine laying."

Fortune

'We are simply not ready': US says its military cannot escort vessels in Strait of Hormuz right now

America's military is currently unable to escort oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz. Energy Secretary Chris Wright stated that military assets are focused on Iran's offensive capabilities. Escort operations are expected soon, possibly by month's end. US forces have eliminated Iranian vessels suspected of laying mines near the strait.

The Times of India

Pentagon disclosed only 8 serious injuries in Iran, but a leaked casualty figure – nearly 20 times higher – forced them to come clean

The cat’s out of the bag.

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Tracing the US military's learning curve on fighting Iran's drones: What to know

The Iran war is testing America's ability to combat swarms of cheap drones that have become a staple of the modern battlefield after Ukraine and Russia demonstrated how effective they can be

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The Independent UK

US says it’s ‘eliminated’ 16 of Iran’s mine-laying ships

US Central Command has released footage showing Iranian naval vessels being destroyed by US attacks near the Strait of Hormuz. Centcom said that 16 mine-layers were among the targets "eliminated" on Tuesday. General Dan Caine, US Chair of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, said that destroying Iran's navy is a…

The Guardian - UK

Three merchant ships struck as tensions rise in Hormuz strait amid Iran war

Crew of Thai-registered bulk carrier forced to flee fire, as US says it has destroyed 16 Iranian mine-laying vessels

The Independent UK

US spent $5 billion worth of munitions in the first two days of attacks on Iran, docs show

‘$5.6 billion could have paid for over 356,000 Medicare or 568,00 Medicaid enrollees,’ one social media user commented

Latin Times

Lindsey Graham Slams Arab Allies Over Iran War: 'I Go To South Carolina And I'm Asking Them To Send Their Sons And Daughters To The Mideast'

Republican Senator Lindsey Graham slammed the U.S.'s Arab allies over their approach to the war in Iran, urging them to join the attacks and get Tehran to capitulate.

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The Guardian - US

Pete Hegseth warns of ‘most intense’ day of US strikes on Iran yet

Pentagon chief spoke with Gen Dan Caine at a press conference and blamed Iran for civilian casualties

The Independent UK

Trump faces pressure as Gulf countries angry with lack of notice about Iran strikes

Soem suggest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu dragged President Donald Trump into a needless war

The Guardian - US

US may not have capacity to take down full barrage of Iranian drones, officials warn

Chair of joint chiefs of staff and others in classified meeting said Iran is trying to get US to spend its munitions

International Business Times UK

Iran Officer Who Led Trump Assassination Attempt is Dead, Hegseth Says

Pete Hegseth confirms the death of an Iranian officer linked to an assassination attempt on Donald Trump, following the sinking of an Iranian warship.

International Business Times UK

WW2 Fact-Check: Iranian Warship Reportedly First Torpedo Casualty in Decades

A U.S. submarine has reportedly sunk an Iranian warship, marking the first successful torpedo attack since World War II. Explore the details of this significant military event.

The Independent UK

What Israel’s Netanyahu said to Trump during secret phone call that led to Iran strikes: report

Trump has said Iran was ‘going to attack first’ if the U.S. didn’t strike

The Times of India

Middle East tensions: Iran firing fewer missiles as US expands strikes deeper inland, says top General

Iran's missile and drone attacks have significantly decreased, according to US military chief General Dan Caine. Despite this, Washington is expanding its offensive deeper into Iranian territory. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth declared the US is winning, highlighting a submarine sinking an Iranian warship. The conflict has widened regionally, causing displacement…

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