Hegseth and Caine holding Iran war briefing amid Strait of Hormuz tensions
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Pentagon chief Hegseth says US blockade on Iran 'going global'
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Israel/US-Iran conflict 2026: Reopening the Strait of Hormuz - The House of Commons Library.
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Pentagon chief Hegseth says US blockade on Iran 'going global' - The Jerusalem Post.
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re-arms during Iran ceasefire, long-term concerns emerge about advanced munitions supplies CBS NewsIran War Has Drained U.S.
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US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has hit out at Europe in a direct swipe amid America's efforts in Iran.Addressing a press conference at The Pentagon, Mr Hegseth said: "Europe and Asia have benefited from our protection for decades, but the time for free riding is over."America and the free world deserve allies who are capable, who are loyal, and who understand that being an ally is not a one way street.
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We are not counting on Europe, but they need the Strait of Hormuz much more than we do, and might want to start doing less talking and having less fancy conferences in Europe and get in a boat."This is much more their fight than ours."WATCH ABOVE.
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Dan Caine are briefing reporters Friday as the U.S.
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A: US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has hit out at Europe in a direct swipe amid America's efforts in Iran.Addressing a press conference at The Pentagon, Mr Hegseth said: "Europe and Asia have benefited from our protection for decades, but the time for free riding is over."America and the free world deserve allies who are capable, who are loyal, and who understand that being an ally is not a one way street.
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**Summary:** The Pentagon chief, Pete Hegseth, is holding a briefing with Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Dan Caine regarding tensions in the Strait of Hormuz amid US-Iran war preparations. **Why It Matters:** This event highlights escalating tensions between the United States and Iran over control of the Strait of Hormuz
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