Hegseth says US blockade to continue, ready for new attacks on Iran energy

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US Pentagon Chief Pete Hegseth announced the military blockade of Iran's ports will continue indefinitely following failed US-Iran talks in Pakistan. Hegseth stated the US remains prepared to attack Iran's energy infrastructure if diplomacy fails. A ceasefire pause continues through early next week. Pakistani delegations arrived in Tehran Wednesday to coordinate new negotiations. Both sides expressed openness to talks, though deep distrust persists. Iran's parliament speaker linked progress to Lebanon ceasefire terms. US military reports thirteen ships turned around.

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