US Defense Secretary Hegseth: Ready to Relaunch Strikes on Iran at Any Time | WPN World People News

U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth stated at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore that the U.S. military possesses overwhelming military strength and is prepared to resume strikes against Iran at any time if necessary. He emphasized that the United States has sufficient ammunition stocks and military resources in the Middle East and around the world to address the current situation. Quoting former U.S. President Theodore Roosevelt’s famous doctrine of “speak softly and carry a big stick,” Hegseth stressed that strength remains the key to maintaining order and enforcing rules.

As Washington signaled its tough stance, tensions in the Middle East continued to rise. Omani authorities reportedly discovered suspected floating naval mines in the Strait of Hormuz, while the U.S. military confirmed that it had carried out what it described as a “defensive strike” against an Iranian minelaying vessel and warned that similar operations would continue if necessary. At the same time, reports from Iran’s parliament indicated that lawmakers are considering legislation to strengthen Tehran’s control over the strategic waterway, once again placing the world’s most critical energy transit route at the center of regional tensions and raising the risk of maritime confrontation.

The key question now is whether Washington and Tehran will extend their temporary ceasefire agreement. Former President Donald Trump has reportedly held urgent consultations with his national security team but has not yet made a final decision. Although reports suggest that Iran has sought war reparations or expanded energy cooperation, and the United States has floated alternative investment proposals, Trump has firmly stated that he will not engage in any form of financial deal with Tehran. U.S. officials maintain that despite signs of greater flexibility from Iran, Washington’s ultimate objective remains ensuring that Iran is unable to develop nuclear weapons. As a result, the situation in the Middle East remains highly uncertain.