Hegseth declares victory while preparing for more war with Iran
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- Category: Europe
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-25 04:02 UTC
- Sources: Politico Europe
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has declared victory in Iran, but also pledged to inflict 'maximum violence' on the country. This contradictory messaging is a hallmark of the White House's approach.
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