The latest developments in the Middle East war:
- Hegseth threatens 'devastating' response -
Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth said the United States was "not looking for a fight" in the Strait of Hormuz, but vowed "overwhelming and devastating American firepower" in response to any Iranian attacks on commercial shipping in the vital waterway.
- US 'ready to resume' -
The top American military officer said the United States was "ready to resume major combat operations against Iran if ordered to do so".