US did not initiate conflict with Iran, says Pentagon official

US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has stated that the United States did not initiate the conflict with Iran, but is instead continuing to address ongoing threats in the region. According to Hegseth, the US blames Iran for previous attacks on American personnel and interests in the area.

Hegseth made this assertion during a recent public statement, emphasizing that the US role in the conflict has been focused on self-defense. He did not provide further details on the specific events or incidents that led to the current situation.

The US Secretary of Defense’s comments suggest that the country is taking steps to mitigate ongoing security threats emanating from Iran. Hegseth’s statement also implies that the US is actively engaged in efforts to address these threats, which he described as part of a broader effort to “finish” the conflict.

It is worth noting that the US has been involved in military operations and diplomatic efforts aimed at addressing tensions with Iran for several years. The current situation appears to be an ongoing aspect of this broader effort.

No further information was provided by Hegseth regarding the specifics of the US strategy or the expected outcome of these efforts.

Source: Al Jazeera