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strikeAug 25, 2026
US ‘by no means’ ruling out kinetic strikes on Iran, including Strait of Hormuz, Pete Hegseth says
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Listen to this article in summarized format Wisconsin: US War Secretary Pete Hegseth on Monday (local time) said the United States is prepared to use military force against Iran, including in the Strait of Hormuz, saying Washington is "by no means" ruling out kinetic strikes as it continues to exert economic pressure…
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Listen to this article in summarized format Wisconsin: US War Secretary Pete Hegseth on Monday (local time) said the United States is prepared to use military force against Iran, including in the Strait of Hormuz, saying Washington is "by no means" ruling out kinetic strikes as i…
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