US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has outlined Washington's primary targets against Iran's military potential, emphasizing the administration's commitment to regional security. Operative Information Center-OMM reports, citing information published by The Times of Israel, that the Pentagon is prepared to take decisive action to neutralize threats emanating from Tehran.
The head of the Pentagon noted that the primary objective of the United States is to completely disable Iran's offensive missiles and their production capacities. Furthermore, the list of potential military targets includes the Iranian navy and other critical security infrastructure. According to Hegseth, the destruction of these strategic facilities would minimize Tehran's ability to obtain nuclear weapons. The Secretary also emphasized that there are currently no US troops stationed on Iranian territory.
This strategic stance aligns with the broader foreign policy of US President Donald Trump, whose administration has consistently maintained a maximum pressure campaign against the Iranian government. Washington remains ready to take the most stringent steps to protect its interests and those of its allies in the Middle East. While current operations focus on containment and strategic deterrence, the possibility of deploying military forces to the region in the future has not been ruled out. The Pentagon continues to monitor Iran's nuclear enrichment activities and its support for regional proxies, which remain central concerns for international security and stability.
