Caine

Defense Secretary Hegseth and Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Gen. Caine testify at a Senate hearing on the Department of Defense's budget request amid the Iran war. The hearing comes as uncertainty surrounds a possible peace deal and the cost of the conflict mounts. The Senate Appropriations Committee is overseeing the hearing.

Defense Secretary Hegseth and General Caine discussed reports of kamikaze dolphins in the Strait of Hormuz during a press conference on the war with Iran. The topic was addressed in relation to the ongoing conflict. The dolphins' role is unclear.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated the U.S. military can escalate from a blockade to major combat operations against Iran if compliance is not achieved. The warning reflects heightened tensions over potential military action.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warned that the U.S. military could escalate from a blockade to 'major combat operations' if Iran does not comply. The statement reflects heightened tensions over Iran's potential non-compliance with U.S. demands.