US Defense Secretary: The goal is to destroy Iranian missiles, drones, and the navy; securing the open Strait of Hormuz was not listed as a military objective.

U.S. Defense Secretary Hergsays stated that the Pentagon's goal is to destroy Iran's missiles, drones, and navy. He did not list securing the Strait of Hormuz as a military objective, saying it was the task of other countries. Hergsays said, "The Strait of Hormuz issue...is not just an American issue." This statement echoed calls from President Trump, who has urged other countries to address the strategic waterway blocked by Iran. Hergsays stated that a "top priority" is reaching an agreement with Iran, but he did not specify what such an agreement would include. (Jinshi)