Hegseth addresses media coverage and Iran's energy infrastructure
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth criticized media coverage of the Iran war during a press conference. He also discussed the status of Iran's energy infrastructure and U.S. military readiness. (sources: thehill, theguardian, pbs, france24)
Hegseth compared the media to a biblical group and stated that Iran's energy infrastructure remains intact. He emphasized that the U.S. is prepared to take further military action if necessary.
- Hegseth criticized the media's portrayal of the Iran war, likening them to the Pharisees.
- He stated that Iran's energy infrastructure is not yet destroyed.
- Hegseth indicated that the U.S. is 'locked and loaded' to take further action against Iran.
- The U.S. plans to blockade Iranian ports until a resolution is reached.
Why it matters
The statements reflect ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Iran and the U.S. government's stance on military engagement.
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This story is about Hegseth compares media to Jewish biblical group that clashed with Jesus. This bill would bar federal funds for military force “in or against Iran” absent a declaration of war or specific authorization.
If passed, it would:
- Bar federal funds for military force “in or against Iran” absent a declaration of war or specific authorization (with • Clarify that prior AUMFs cannot be construed as authorizing force against Iran.
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This story is about Hegseth compares media to Jewish biblical group that clashed with Jesus. This bill would direct the removal of U.S. Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities within/against Iran.
If passed, it would
- Direct the removal of U.S. Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities within/against Iran • Put congressional authorization at the center of any continued hostilities (consistent with its stated premise.
This story is about Hegseth compares media to Jewish biblical group that clashed with Jesus. This bill would impose sanctions related to logistical transactions and sanctions evasion involving Iran’s oil/gas/LNG/petrochemical.
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- Impose sanctions related to logistical transactions and sanctions evasion involving Iran’s oil/gas/LNG/petrochemical • Expand enforcement leverage against third parties facilitating those energy-related transactions.
This story is about Hegseth compares media to Jewish biblical group that clashed with Jesus. This bill would make the Iran Sanctions Act of 1996 permanent by repealing its sunset provision.
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- Make the Iran Sanctions Act of 1996 permanent by repealing its sunset provision • Maintain/extend the statutory basis for certain sanctions tied to Iran’s energy sector and related activities.
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