No timeframe for ending US war against Iran, says Pete Hegseth

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Thursday there is no defined timeframe for ending the U.S. war against Iran, as the military offensive—now three weeks old—continues to expand. Hegseth suggested a major new strike package would be launched Thursday and did not deny Pentagon reports of seeking an additional $200 billion in funding for the campaign. The comments signal the Trump administration is preparing for an extended conflict with no clear exit strategy in sight. The U.S.-Israeli military operation, which began three weeks ago, has already widened significantly in scope. The lack of a defined endpoint raises questions about the duration and cost of sustained military operations in the region.