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Amidst the ongoing Iran War, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has dismissed the Army Chief of Staff and other high-ranking officers, continuing a months-long "purging" of the Pentagon without providing specific reasons.
US Army chief of staff fired by Hegseth, sources say reuters.com
General Lafciski met with US Army Chief of Staff General Randy George at the Pentagon, reaffirming high trust and cooperation between the armies of North Macedonia and the United States.
The Pentagon chief has successfully arranged for the departure of the United States Army Chief of Staff, indicating a significant leadership change within the military.
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has asked the Army's top uniformed officer, Gen. Randy George, to step down and take immediate retirement, amidst ongoing clashes between the Pentagon chief and senior military leadership, with reports also coming from French media and the Independent.
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has dismissed General Randy George, the Chief of Staff of the Army, as part of a significant leadership shake-up in the Pentagon, reportedly targeting specific demographics. This high-profile removal occurs amidst the ongoing Iran war and a broader purge of military leadership under Hegseth.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres has warned that the world is on the brink of a larger war in the Middle East, which would have dramatic global consequences, urging an immediate halt to the conflict.