# US Defence

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Hegseth Rejects Claims of US Underestimating Risks in the Strait of Hormuz

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has dismissed allegations that the United States government underestimated the risks to the Strait of Hormuz amid its conflict with Iran, calling such claims ‘patently ridiculous.’

Mar 14, 20266 min read

International

Israel Conducts New Strikes on Tehran and Beirut Amidst Escalating Regional Tensions

Israel has launched fresh airstrikes targeting Beirut and Tehran as the conflict enters its seventh day. The United States indicated an imminent surge in its strikes against Iranian positions, while ruling out ground troop deployment.

Mar 6, 20267 min read

Beirut Iran Israel