Hegseth, US Defense Secretary, states the US is "prepared" to take military action against Iran if Trump directs, committing to preventing Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon and ready to contribute resources if Tehran does not comply.
Key points
US is "prepared" for military action against Iran.: US is "prepared" for military action against Iran.
Focuses on preventing Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon.: Focuses on preventing Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon.
Ready to contribute resources if Tehran does not comply with orders.: Ready to contribute resources if Tehran does not comply with orders.
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Hegseth says US 'prepared' to take military action against Iran if directed by Trump
21 October 2026 01:46 BST
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has said that Washington is "prepared" to take further military action against Iran if Donald Trump commands it.
"We want to make sure that Iran never gets a nuclear weapon. We’re prepared to contribute any way necessary," Hegseth told reporters.
"We’ve done historic devastation to their military capabilities, but if they’re not willing to give it up and the president asks to go even further – we’re prepared."
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