How Trump reacted when Hegseth said US will continue Iran conflict

WorldPolitics
26 Mar 2026 • 12:15 AM MYT
The Independent
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  • Donald Trump reacted to comments made by Pete Hegseth regarding the continued application of pressure on Iran.
  • On Tuesday, 24 March, the Secretary of Defense stated his job was to ensure the US maintains military pressure on Iran for 'as long and as hard as necessary'.
  • Trump was observed raising an eyebrow at this remark, which appeared to contradict his own 15-point plan aimed at ending the conflict.
  • Trump commented that Mr Hegseth, whom he referred to as 'Our Secretary of War', did not desire peace but rather war.
  • The exchange highlighted a potential difference in approach between Trump and his Secretary of Defense concerning the conflict with Iran.

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