"If we need to use kinetic strikes, we'll use them": US War Secretary Hegseth warns Iran

Iran Herald·August 25, 2026War

Wisconsin [US], August 25 (ANI): 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 on Tehran. Asked whether kinetic strikes are currently on pause, Hegseth said, 'No.

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