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... In briefing reporters on the progress of military operations, Mr. Hegseth has repeatedly said that America would be hunting and killing its adversary without apology, hesitation, or mercy. He has decried "stupid rules of engagement," rejected "politically correct wars," and criticized Europeans for "clutch[ing] their pearls" in the face of America's decisive action.

He told U.S. troops in the thick of operations to "be focused, disciplined, lethal, and unbreakable" as he urged them on. "We are not defenders anymore. We are warriors, trained to kill the enemy and break their will," he said. "We unleash you."
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's statements about the war in Iran are galvanizing to supporters, but critics hear a glorification of violence that runs counter to professional soldiering.

And he has berated reporters, many of whom have been hand-picked from conservative outlets, for asking questions. "Why would we tell you -- you, the enemy, anybody -- what we will or will not do?" he asked last week, gesticulating, then accusing another of asking a "typical NBC sort of, gotcha-type question." ...