Hegseth says some Nato allies will fail as he announces US review of Europe forces

The US defence secretary's move follows a US decision to scale back its commitments to a high readiness force within the alliance.

Hegseth Berates NATO Allies for ‘Shameful’ Response to U.S. War in Iran

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth used a meeting of NATO defense ministers to continue the Trump administration’s sharp criticism of European military policies.

By Lara Jakes

Hegseth unveils six-month review of US military presence in Europe

Defence secretary announced decision as he scolded Nato allies for failing to support Washington in Iran war

Hegseth announces in Brussels a review of U.S. forces in Europe, and a 'NATO 3.0'

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth lashed out at NATO allies on Thursday, announcing a review of American forces in Europe, and calling for a reboot of the organization to turn it into a "NATO 3.0."

By The Associated Press

Pentagon chief announces review of US forces in Europe, slams NATO allies

Pete Hegseth says the review would last for up to six months and include consultations with Congress.

Hegseth announces 6-month review of American forces in Europe, blasts NATO allies for putting troops 'at risk'

War Secretary Pete Hegseth announces six-month review of U.S. force deployment in Europe, pressing NATO allies to take primary responsibility for defense.

Hegseth warns NATO allies that some nations will 'fail' U.S. defense review

The U.S. defense secretary also said it was "shameful" that European allies refused to give U.S. forces access to bases to strike Iran.

Pentagon chief highlights "progress" of PURL initiative and Ukraine's battlefield achievements

The Prioritised Ukraine Requirements List (PURL) programme, a US-NATO initiative under which European NATO allies purchase American weapons for Ukraine, is showing progress and laying the groundwork for peace.

By Tetyana Vysotska

NATO: US lashes out, alliance head says everything's fine

US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth threatened NATO allies over lack of spending and tepid support for the war in Iran. Members say they are on the right path but need time as NATO boss Mark Rutte, claims all is good.

Hegseth blasts Nato for not giving US access to European bases during Iran war

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth lashed out at Nato allies on Thursday, announcing a six-month Pentagon review of American forces in Europe whose outcome will depend on how fast the Europeans take responsibility for their own security. “This will be a real review. It will be designed to ensure that Nato is moving fast and irreversibly towards Europe leading, stepping up to take primary responsibility for the defence of Europe,” he told his Nato counterparts in Brussels. Hegseth lambasted...

By Associated Press

Hegseth lashes out against European Nato allies ahead of summit

The US has announced it is going to cut down on Nato crises forces, and will be reviewing its presence in Europe as US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth lashed out against European Nato allies. The United States is piling on the pressure ahead of a NATO summit in July as it seeks to make sure that allies make good on a pledge to massively ramp up defence spending. FRANCE 24's Dave Keating tells us more from Brussels.

By FRANCE24

Hegseth will US-Truppenpräsenz in Europa prüfen

Nato’s Rutte refuses to criticise US over Hegseth attack on allies

The US defence secretary has announced a review of US forces in Europe and called Nato a ‘paper tiger’

By Jessie Williams

Europe scrambles to fill the gap left by the United States in NATO defense

Continental allies negotiate how to replace key military capabilities —such as fighters, ships and tanker aircraft— that Washington will stop making available to the Atlantic Alliance

By María Sahuquillo

Pete Hegseth announces Pentagon review of US military deployments in Europe

Why are senators threatening Pete Hegseth's budget? Inside Congress' demand for Iran strike reports

Senators are threatening to freeze most of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's travel budget.

Hegseth hails defence progress by Nato allies, says some must 'do more'

United States Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth on Thursday hailed progress by North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (Nato) allies to meet defence spending vows, but said some must “do more”, as he struck a conciliatory tone at an alliance meeting. “Many countries following through, some that still need to do more, and we will be candid about that, both in private and in public,” Hegseth said ahead of talks with Nato defence ministers in Brussels. “I think that’s important — friends being honest...

By none@none.com (AFP)

Europe tries to take on China without launching a new trade war

European officials realize they face a catch-22 with China already cautioning that it'll fight any EU moves to protect its industries and expand its policy toolkit.

Lee returns from Europe with Trump rapport, trade and defense deals in focus

President Lee Jae Myung returned home Thursday from his first European tour since taking office, during which he renewed momentum in diplomacy with the United States, managed trade pressure from Europe, and supported Korean defense firms pursuing a major Canadian submarine contract. Lee arrived in Seoul from Geneva, Switzerland, after attending the Group of Seven summit in Evian-les-Bains, France. The trip — which also took him to Belgium, Italy and the Vatican — was part of the Lee administrati

By The Korea Herald

Cyprus air connectivity vital for tourism and growth

ERA warns Europe’s regional air links remain fragile Europe’s regional air connectivity remains under pressure and island states such as Cyprus risk being disproportionately affected by rising costs and rigid regulations, according to the European Regions Airline Association (ERA).  In an exclusive interview with the Cyprus Mail, the association stressed that Cyprus serves as a prime example […]

Hegseth hails defence progress by NATO allies, says some must 'do more'

Crosetto sees US agreeing on path with allies to reduce European presence

(ANSA) - ROME, JUN 18 - Defence Minister Guido Crosetto said Thursday that he expects the United States to engage in dialogue with its NATO allies on reducing its presence in Europe after US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth told a meeting of the alliance's ministers in Brussels that the Pentagon will review it within six months. "We are awaiting the review and the proposals following this review," Crosetto said. "Then I think it will be possible for the allies, for the alliance, to discuss this...

By ANSA

U.S. signals NATO funding, troop presence could hinge on European defense spending

World View with Marites Vitug: What drives Europe’s strategic interest in PH

Rappler editor-at-large Marites Vitug speaks with analyst Matteo Piasentini about the Philippines' role as strategic partner of European countries

By Marites Dañguilan Vitug, Rappler.com

US to review forces in Europe as Pentagon boss blasts NATO allies

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth criticized NATO allies Thursday as he announced a six-month Pentagon review of American troop deployments in Europe, saying the outcome would de...

US Defence Secretary hails progress by NATO allies

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth praises NATO allies’ progress on defence spending, urging some to “do more” as the alliance aims for 5% GDP on defence. L Read More: https://punchng.com/us-defence-secretary-hails-progress-by-nato-allies/

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