US Defense Secretary Emphasizes Foreign Military Sales
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated that the US blockade is expanding. This development follows orders to maintain high readiness and target specific maritime activities. The situation impacts regional security and diplomatic negotiations involving Iran. He noted that more customers for American companies support more American workers. Hegseth said the need to ensure allies are properly armed to assist in burden sharing. He also mentioned the importance of delivering systems on time and under budget to partner nations.
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Sources · 7 independent
BBC Radio 4
“In the last hour, the US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said the US blockade is growing.”
Al Jazeera Arabic Voice
“The Secretary of War also indicates in this press conference that President Trump gave them orders to remain on full readiness.”
C-SPAN Radio
“More customers for our companies that employ more American workers to ensure our allies are properly armed for the fights and they can stand alongside us.”
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