07.03.2026 09:11
U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth harshly criticized Tehran in his statement regarding the Iran war. Hegseth argued that "the only people who should be worried right now are the Iranians who think they will survive," asserting that U.S. forces are not under threat.
As the war between the US and Iran escalates, striking statements continue to come from Washington. US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth gave a stern message to Iran while evaluating the course of the war. Hegseth argued that Iran does not pose a serious threat to US forces, targeting the Tehran administration.
"IRANIANS WHO SHOULD BE CONCERNED"
The US Secretary used the following expressions regarding Iran: "The only people who should be concerned right now are the Iranians who think they will survive."
Hegseth also asserted that the US would not back down in the war and that American forces were not under threat.
"WE DID NOT START THIS WAR"
The US Secretary of War had previously defended military operations against Iran, emphasizing the Washington administration's determination.
Hegseth stated regarding the operation initiated by the US and Israel, "We did not start this war, but we will end this war during President Trump's term."
The US administration noted that the operations target Iran's missile capabilities and military infrastructure, while concerns continue that the conflicts could escalate further across the region.