US Secretary of Defense Hegseth posted on social media: The Iranian regime had an opportunity to reach an agreement, but they refused — now they are suffering the consequences. For nearly 50 years, Iran has targeted Americans, killed Americans, and has always sought the most powerful weapon in the world to advance its extremist cause. Last night, unlike any president before, President Trump began to address this persistent problem. We will never tolerate powerful missiles targeting the American people. These missiles will be destroyed, as will Iran's missile production facilities. The Iranian Navy will be destroyed. And, as President Trump said throughout his life, Iran will never have nuclear weapons. America is not the initiator of this conflict, but we will put an end to it.

US Secretary of Defense Hegseth posted on social media: The Iranian regime had an opportunity to reach an agreement, but they refused — now they are suffering the consequences. For nearly 50 years, Iran has targeted Americans, killed Americans, and has always sought the most powerful weapon in the world to advance its extremist cause. Last night, unlike any president before, President Trump began to address this persistent problem. We will never tolerate powerful missiles targeting the American people. These missiles will be destroyed, as will Iran's missile production facilities. The Iranian Navy will be destroyed. And, as President Trump said throughout his life, Iran will never have nuclear weapons. America is not the initiator of this conflict, but we will put an end to it.