Trump and Hegseth defend the war on Iran in Pentagon remarks
They publishedTrump and Hegseth use 9/11 memorial remarks at Pentagon to defend war on Iran
11 Sept, 14:46ZTrump defended the war in Iran during a Pentagon ceremony marking the 25th anniversary of 9/11.
11 Sept, 17:01ZTrump and Hegseth defend the war on Iran in Pentagon remarks
First reportBloomberg · 11 Sept, 14:46Z
Latest reportThe Guardian · 11 Sept, 17:01Z
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Why it matters
What
Trump and Hegseth used Pentagon 9/11 memorial remarks to defend the Iran war and link it to the attacks’ legacy.
Why
They framed continued pressure on Iran as part of broader US national security efforts against terrorism.
Watch
Trump called Iran the leading terror sponsor, while Hegseth said its defenses were gone and pledged vigilance.
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Summary
- Trump joined Pentagon officials at a 9/11 commemoration at the Pentagon.
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth spoke about the war with Iran.
- Trump asserted Iran will never obtain a nuclear weapon.
- Hegseth claimed control of the strait and commitment to finishing the fight.
- Remarks framed by a continued American resolve since the 9/11 attacks.
Summary
- Trump and Hegseth used 9/11 memorial remarks to defend the Iran war.
- They tied the conflict to the legacy of the 9/11 attacks.
- Trump argued Iran is the world’s number one sponsor of terror.
- Hegseth claimed Iran’s defenses are gone and vowed vigilance.
- Both officials linked ongoing Iran pressure to ongoing US national security efforts.