US Defense Chief Warns: Iranian Oil Tankers Will Be Sunk if American Vessels Are Attacked
Deep News
Sep 06
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has issued a stark warning, stating that if Iranian forces open fire on American ships, the US military will respond by destroying and sinking their oil tankers.
In a social media post, Hegseth emphasized the vulnerability of Iran's oil tanker fleet, asserting that it lacks any defensive capabilities. He noted that Iran possesses neither a functional navy nor an air force to protect these assets.
Hegseth further stressed the overwhelming superiority of US military power, explaining that American aircraft, naval vessels, and submarines could swiftly and comprehensively eliminate the entire Iranian tanker fleet in such a scenario.
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