Pete Hegseth faced sharp criticism in Congress over launching the Iran conflict without approval, as Democrats condemned the war’s justification and its estimated $25 billion cost. Meanwhile, Donald Trump rejected Iran’s proposal on the Strait of Hormuz, leaving negotiations at an impasse while Tehran seeks international support.
US: Hegseth under fire in Congress over Iran war as diplomacy stalls
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US: Hegseth under fire in Congress over Iran war as diplomacy stalls