Watch Live: Pete Hegseth says "we'll be hanging around" in Iran despite ceasefire
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Key Points:
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated that U.S. troops will remain in Iran after the agreed two-week ceasefire, emphasizing readiness to defend or resume offensive actions to ensure Iran's compliance.
- President Trump announced the suspension of bombing and attacks on Iran for two weeks, claiming the U.S. has met all military objectives and that there will be no uranium enrichment under the agreement.
- The Pentagon described the recent military campaign as a decisive victory, dismantling Iran's military capabilities in less than 40 days and labeling Iran as incapable of defending itself.
- Despite the ceasefire, explosions were reported near Iran's Lavan Island Oil Refinery, with unclear responsibility, while Israel supports the ceasefire but excludes its conflict with Hezbollah from the agreement.
- Iranian officials confirmed halting defensive operations if U.S. attacks cease, and maritime activity resumed in the Strait of Hormuz, signaling early signs of easing tensions in the region.
