US admiral says forces prepared to confront Iran
The top US Navy official in the Persian Gulf says he takes Iran's military capabilities seriously but insists his forces are prepared to confront any Iranian aggression in the region.
Vice Adm. Mark Fox told reporters at the headquarters of the 5th Fleet on Sunday that the Navy has "built a wide range of potential options to give the president" and is "ready today" to confront any hostile action by Tehran. (AP)
