Sec of War Pete Hegseth spoke on the latest from Iran.
Mission focus:
Project Freedom is temporary and separate from broader operations of Epic Fury
Objective is protecting shipping, not escalating conflict”The world” has expressed a desire to be a part of Project Freedom Stance on Iran:
Iran labeled as the clear aggressor
Warns Iran to act prudently
Any attack on commercial ships would be met with overwhelming force
Strait of Hormuz:
Iran does not control the Strait
US aims to keep it open without entering Iranian territory
Hundreds of ships waiting to transit
A safe passage corridor exists for commercial shipping
Military / strategic posture:
US not seeking a fight
Will avoid nation-building or prolonged war
Blockade measures remain in effect
Ceasefire conditions not fully resolved
Allies / global role:
Global partners expected to step up
Ongoing coordination with shipping firms, insurers, and allies
Long-term plan to hand responsibility to allies
Additional notes:
Monitoring related incidents (e.g., South Korea ship)
Emphasis on keeping global trade flowing
The US is positioning defensively—focused on securing shipping lanes while warning Iran against escalation, without committing to a broader war.
If the ceasefire is not over, do they need Congressional approval for the war?
In other news: Factions allied with Iran plan attack Americans in Iraq.
Yes….I would think that the area is not one to be around if American.
This article was written by Greg Michalowski at investinglive.com.