Middle East Live: Pentagon chief says US is ‘more than capable’ of restarting war with Iran

The United States is “more than capable” of restarting attacks on Iran if a deal cannot be reached, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Saturday, as negotiators from Washington and Tehran worked to overcome major differences blocking a deal. The Pentagon chief says President Donald Trump is “patient” and wants to ensure Iran does not develop a nuclear weapon. Follow our live blog for the latest updates.