Hegseth warns: 'The US is capable of resuming war, Iran will not have nuclear weapons'

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth declared that the United States is "more than capable" of resuming conflict with Iran and remains committed to preventing Tehran from developing nuclear weapons. Speaking at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, Hegseth emphasized Washington's continued dedication to international security priorities.

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We are committed to ensuring that, for example, Iran does not acquire a nuclear weapon.

Meanwhile, President Donald Trump is deliberating over a memorandum of understanding with Iran. Sources indicate that while an agreement appears close, certain issues, including the release of frozen Iranian funds, remain under discussion. A White House official noted that Trump will only finalize a deal if it is advantageous for America and adheres to his "red lines," specifically stating that Iran "will never possess a nuclear weapon."

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The president will only strike a deal if it is advantageous for America and respects his red lines. Iran will never possess a nuclear weapon.

Despite the ongoing deliberations, financial markets have shown positive movement, anticipating a potential agreement. Oil prices have also seen a decline, reflecting optimism about a clearer horizon. Trump's earlier remarks about U.S. ships potentially returning home from the Strait of Hormuz were met with defiance from Iran. Ebrahim Rezaei, spokesperson for Iran's National Security and Foreign Policy Commission, asserted that Iran's management of the Strait is internationally consolidated and challenged any attempts to interfere.

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The management of the Strait by Iran has now consolidated internationally.

Adding to the complexity, Iran's Fars news agency described the proposed agreement as a "mix of truth and lies." Trump reiterated his demands on his social media platform Truth, calling for the immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz without tolls or restrictions and the removal of all mines, with Iran accepting that it will never possess nuclear weapons.

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The U.S. ships for the blockade of the Strait can start the procedure to return home. Say hello from me to your wives, your husbands, your parents, and your families.