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Former head of U.S. Central Command on the 'defensive' strikes on Iranian targets

Published November 3, 2026 4:41 am • Updated November 3, 2026 4:41 am •

NPR's Michel Martin asks retired Gen. Joseph Votel, former head of U.S. Central Command, about what the U.S. calls "defensive" strikes on Iranian targets in the Strait of Hormuz.

NPR's Michel Martin asks retired Gen. Joseph Votel, former head of U.S. Central Command, about what the U.S. calls "defensive" strikes on Iranian targets in the Strait of Hormuz.

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