My words are empty without the strength and deterrence of all of you, which is what helps us every single day get up early and stay awake late to make sure we're getting everything you need in every possible contingency. Of course, right now We're with the folks slinging it out in the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman and ensuring Iran doesn't target shipping. And again, we're prepared there to do what needs to be done. Right now, they're defensive strikes to ensure we protect our people. Again, Iran would be unwise to challenge us further. (07:49–07:57)
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Asserts U.S. military presence in the Persian Gulf and Gulf of Oman to prevent Iranian targeting of shipping.
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