Empty threats?

Pentagon chief says US ready to restart strikes on Iran if no deal

SINGAPORE: The US ‌is ready to restart attacks on Iran if a deal cannot be reached, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said ​on Saturday, as negotiators from Washington and Tehran worked to bridge major differences blocking an agreement. “Our ability to recommence if necessary...we are more than capable,” Hegseth said in Singapore. “Our stockpiles are more than suited for that, both there and around the globe, so we’re in ‌a very ‌good place,” he added.