India, March 24 -- As the war between the United States and Iran moves deeper into its fourth week, fresh political debate has emerged over who inside the US administration first supported military action.During a public event in Memphis, Tennessee, US President Donald Trump appeared to highlight Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth as one of the earliest voices pushing for strikes against Iran. The remarks have drawn attention in Washington, where officials and analysts continue to examine how the decision to launch the military campaign was made.

The conflict began in late February and has since grown into a wider regional confrontation. Officials say the war has targeted Iran's missile networks, drone facilities and naval capabilities. The ...