In a shift in US defense strategy, US War Secretary Pete Hegseth has called for a significant change in how NATO operates. Speaking on Thursday, Hegseth emphasized that it's time for America's European allies to take ownership of their own defense and step up their military contributions to the alliance. He's advocating for a more robust and assertive NATO, one that can effectively counter the growing threats from Russia and other adversaries. As the US continues to grapple with its own defense priorities and budget constraints, Hegseth's comments signal a potential reevaluation of the US-NATO partnership and the role that America will play in European security.
US War Secretary Pete Hegseth said Thursday that America’s allies in Europe must take the lead on the defense of their own continent and help turn NATO into “a read hard-line military alliance.”
