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US Defense Secretary: Ending Iran War, Neutralizing Missile Threat

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US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reveals intelligence on Irans missile and drone development, vowing to end the conflict under President Trump. Four American service members have died, with the latest succumbing to wounds from initial strikes. Operation Epic Fury, approved by Trump, aims to neutralize Irans missile threat and navy, prevent nuclear weapons, and avoid regime change. The conflict may continue for another four weeks.

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US Defense Secretary: Ending Iran War, Neutralizing Missile Threat

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UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!US Defense Secretary: Ending Iran War, Neutralizing Missile Threat. Machine-transcribed; use the interactive transcript above to jump the player to any line.

On March 2nd, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Higgseth stated that America did not start the war with Iran, but plans to end it under President Trump. He revealed intelligence showing Iran developing missiles and drones as a shield for its nuclear program. Higgseth made these comments during a Pentagon press conference on Monday. The conflict has seen heavy action, with U.S. forces intercepting hundreds of Iranian ballistic missiles aimed at troops in the region. A base in Kuwait came under Iranian aerial attack at a tactical center, contributing to the casualties. Now the death toll among American servicemembers stands at four, with the latest soldiers succumbing to wounds from the initial strikes. Pentagon officials confirmed the losses noting next of kin have been notified. Higgseth outlined clear mission goals, neutralize Iran's missile threat and navy while preventing nuclear weapons without pursuing regime change. Chairman of the Joint Chiefs, General Daniel Kain, shared that President Trump approved Operation Epic Feury on Friday, February 27th with NOAA boards allowed.

Trump has warned the fighting could continue for another four weeks as major operations press on and U.S. responses remain active.

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