Washington, June 11 — Avia.pro. The United States of America is preparing a massive military operation against Iran, planning to launch a series of powerful strikes on the country's key infrastructure facilities.

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated that airstrikes will begin overnight and will impact strategically important sectors. The US defense chief emphasized that Washington is aiming to disable critical components that ensure the Islamic Republic's defense and logistics capabilities.

The Pentagon chief paid special attention to the situation in the Middle East. Hegseth emphasized that control of the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most important transport arteries, remains unconditionally with the US military.