U.S. Defense Chief: Iranian Threats 'Put On Hold'

RFE: Pentagon Chief Says Iranian Threats 'Put On Hold'

The United States' response to alleged Iranian threats has “put on hold” potential attacks by Iran, acting U.S. Defense Secretary Patrick Shanahan has said.

"I think our steps were very prudent and we've put on hold the potential for attacks on Americans and that is what is extremely important,” Shanahan told reporters at the Pentagon on May 21.

He added that "the threat remains high and our job is to make sure that there is no miscalculation by the Iranians."

Later in the day, Shanahan, along with Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Joseph Dunford, are set to brief U.S. lawmakers on Iran.

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WNU Editor: What threats is he talking about? They have still not clarified the original warnings/threats that started this crisis.

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