Pentagon chief says Iran lacks a functioning navy and naval leadership

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has stated that Iran’s naval leadership has been eliminated. According to Hegseth, this development is a result of the ongoing US-Israeli military campaign against Iran.

Hegseth described the conflict as “not an endless war”, but rather a situation that will be recorded in history books. However, it is unclear whether he was referring to the current conflict or a broader historical context.

Iran has not made any official statements regarding Hegseth’s claims about its naval leadership. The status of Iran’s navy and its leadership remains unconfirmed at this time.

The US-Israeli military campaign against Iran began in 2018, with the aim of limiting the country’s nuclear capabilities. The conflict has continued intermittently since then, with various reports suggesting that Iranian forces have been targeted by US and Israeli airstrikes.

Hegseth’s comments suggest that the conflict may be nearing its conclusion or being reevaluated as a historical event rather than an ongoing military campaign. However, the situation remains fluid, and further developments are expected in the coming days.

It is worth noting that Hegseth did not provide any specific details about the circumstances surrounding his claims about Iran’s naval leadership. The US Defense Secretary’s statement has sparked interest among observers and analysts, who will be watching for further updates on the conflict.

Source: Al Jazeera