06.04.2026 22:40
U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth's harsh statements towards Iran have further escalated tensions between Washington and Tehran. Hegseth addressed Iran by saying, "Make a wise choice, Trump doesn't joke," and added, "You can ask Soleimani about this. You can ask Maduro. You can ask Khamenei."
U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth made striking and harsh statements regarding Iran. Speaking during a period of escalating tensions in the Middle East, Hegseth called on the Iranian government to "make wise choices," while emphasizing the determination of U.S. President Donald Trump.
"TRUMP DOES NOT JOKE"
Hegseth directly addressed Iran, stating, "Make wise choices. Trump does not joke." The statements came alongside messages indicating that military operations in the region would intensify.
Speaking at a press conference held at the White House for Easter, Donald Trump said, "We can devastate the entire country in one night, and that night could be tomorrow night."
Following Trump, Minister Hegseth stated, "By the President's order, today will be the day with the most attacks since the first day of the operation," and added: "Tomorrow will be even more than today."