Washington, June 22 -- After the strikes on Iran's three major nuclear facilities, US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said that Tehran's nuclear ambitions were "obliterated" in the 'Operation Midnight Hammer' and praised President Donald Trump for his "visionary leadership and commitment to peace."

Hegseth said this while holding a press briefing at the Pentagon on Sunday.

"For the entirety of his time in office, President Trump has consistently stated for over 10 years that Iran must not get a nuclear weapon, full stop," Hegseth said.

He added, "Thanks to President Trump's bold and visionary leadership and his commitment to peace through strength, Iran's nuclear ambitions have been obliterated."

"Many presidents have dreamed of delive...