Japan & Pete Hegseth
29 shared events · Importance 12 · Last updated Jun 25, 2026
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Japan: Japan, a major oil importer, has not paid transit fees through the Strait of Hormuz, indicating its stance on Iran's demands for tolls.
Pete Hegseth: Pete Hegseth, US Defence Secretary, stated that the US would 'negotiate with bombs' if necessary, reflecting the US's aggressive stance in the conflict.
Apr 20, 2026 · 508 articles
International
Japan: Japan's soccer match is unrelated to the main event.
Pete Hegseth: Pete Hegseth, the US Defense Secretary, commented on the immediate end of the naval blockade on Iran upon signing the accord and the US capacity to ensure safe transit through the Strait of Hormuz.
Apr 20, 2026 · 497 articles
International
Pete Hegseth: Pete Hegseth, U.S. Secretary of War, has described the U.S. military strikes on Iran as 'Operation Epic Fury' and emphasized that the U.S. is not engaged in nation-building.
Mar 01, 2026 · 42 articles
International
Pete Hegseth: Pete Hegseth, the US Defense Secretary, stated that Iran has an opportunity to make a 'good deal' by abandoning nuclear weapons, outlining a key US demand.
Apr 11, 2026 · 300 articles
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