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U. S. Keeps Same Goals in Iran Strike Campaign

Washington, USAThursday, March 19, 2026

U.S. Maintains Original Objectives in Iran Campaign

The United States has reiterated that its aims have not changed since the first air raid on Iran began at the end of February.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told reporters that President Biden’s objectives remain intact and have not shifted.

  • Targets hit: About 7,000 sites inside Iran.
  • Naval strikes: More than 40 mine‑laying ships and 11 submarines targeted, per Pentagon data.
  • Hegseth emphasized that the goals are not influenced by media narratives or Iran’s own plans.

Key mission goals:

  1. Destroy Iranian missile launchers.
  2. Cripple Iran’s defense industry and navy.
  3. Prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon.

During the same briefing, General Dan Caine, head of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, confirmed that U.S. operations are on schedule and strikes are moving deeper into Iranian territory each day.

Both officials underscored that the strategy remains unchanged and focused on meeting the original targets set at the start of the campaign. The statements come amid ongoing tensions, with U.S. forces continuing precision attacks against Iranian military infrastructure.

Washington is determined to maintain pressure on Iran while sticking to the initial objectives outlined by the administration.

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