US Defence Secretary criticizes NATO allies, announces review of forces in Europe
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth criticized NATO allies on Thursday, announcing a six-month review of American forces in Europe. He urged European nations to assume primary responsibility for their defense, calling their failure to provide US access to bases 'shameful.' Hegseth's remarks emphasize a shift towards a stronger NATO military alliance amid changing US defense strategies.
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Published 18 Jun 2026, 08:44 UTC · Updated 18 Jun 2026, 08:50 UTC
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