Hegseth says US not ruling out military force vs Iran
By The BriefBrief
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the Trump administration is not ruling out “kinetic strikes” against Iran, including in or around the Strait of Hormuz. The remarks came as Washington unveiled new sanctions targeting Tehran, while Iran’s economy minister said the country has a two-year plan to deal with them.
WHO:Pete Hegseth
WHAT:Hegseth said the US is not foreclosing kinetic strikes against Iran, including around the Strait of Hormuz.
WHEN:Aug 24, 2026
WHERE:USA
WHY:Hegseth was responding to questions from reporters about whether the administration would use further military force against Iran.
