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General · 16 April 2026

US says forces ready to restart Iran combat

US says forces ready to restart Iran combat

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Renewed fighting could raise risks for civilians and disrupt key energy supplies. The United States said its forces are prepared to resume combat if Iran does not agree to a deal, while a naval blockade targets ships using Iranian ports. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth warned strikes could hit infrastructure, power and energy sites if Iran “chooses poorly”.

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