Hegseth says the US has 'flattened' Iran’s defence industry and military capabilities

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The US has destroyed Iran's defence industry and crippled its defensive capabilities, according to US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth. The US launched a military operation in coordination with Israel, resulting in a significant reduction of Iran's military capabilities and control of its airspace.
The US has destroyed Iran's defence industry and crippled its defensive capabilities. The US launched a military operation in coordination with Israel on February 28. A two-week ceasefire was reached with Tehran to allow for negotiations on a 10-point peace plan. The US now controls Iranian airspace and has depleted Iran's missile programme. The Iranian Navy has been significantly damaged, with over 90% of its fleet sunk. The US has also intercepted over 1,700 ballistic missiles and drones.
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