According to a report by the Times of Israel on Saturday 7 March, 2026, The US Pentagon has finally broken its silence over trending reports that Russia is helping Iran monitor the movement of American soldiers. Many people have been worried that this secret “gist” between Moscow and Tehran could lead to a major clash, but the US Defense Secretary, Pete Hegseth, says there is no cause for alarm.
While speaking on the 60 Minutes program, Hegseth did not openly deny that Russia might be passing intelligence to Iran. However, he maintained that the US military is not sleeping. He made it clear that they are monitoring every move and are not worried about being caught off guard.
“We’re tracking everything,” Hegseth said, giving a sense of confidence that the US has the upper hand in the intelligence game.
For many Nigerians following the tension in the Middle East, this news brings a mix of relief and caution. There has been fear that any mistake could spark a bigger war that would affect global oil prices and the economy. But for now, the US seems to have the situation under control, insisting they have the tools to handle any “abnormal” movement from their rivals. Read In Full…