WASHINGTON (Dunya News) - US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has warned that any firing by Iran during the ongoing blockade would be unwise, though such a response is anticipated.
In a statement, he claimed that Iran cannot rebuild its military capabilities, adding that the United States has full control over Iranian airspace. He further said that President Donald Trump has the ability to completely disable Iran but has shown restraint.
The remarks come as the US military has initiated a blockade of Iran’s maritime routes. Authorities announced that ships entering or leaving Iranian ports would be subject to restrictions starting today.
According to United States Central Command (CENTCOM), the blockade will also apply to vessels operating in the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman linked to Iranian ports.
The US military stated that any vessel entering or exiting the restricted zone without permission could be intercepted, redirected, or seized.