World · 24 March 2026

Trump Points to Hegseth Over Iran Military Push

The White House via Wikimedia Commons (Public Domain)

The US and Israeli military campaign against Iran has entered its fourth week. Speaking at a Memphis roundtable, President Trump said Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth was the first official to push for military strikes, consulting him before the action began. Iranian officials, however, continue to deny any ongoing negotiations with Washington.

By BriefTea Editorial · 24 March 2026 at 7:48

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