Key Facts

• Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Gen. Dan Caine talked to the press about U.S. strikes on Iran.
• An early intelligence report suggested the strikes set back Iran's nuclear program by only a few months.
• President Trump stated the strikes were "devastating," and criticized media questioning of this view.
• Hegseth criticized the media for focusing on what he called "fake news" and biased reporting.
• The defense secretary noted the preliminary nature of the intelligence report, suggesting more data is needed.
• Gen. Dan Caine talked about a recent missile attack on a U.S. base in Qatar.
• The press conference included details about U.S. military operations and strategy.
• Hegseth mentioned the importance of accurate reporting about military actions and information.