US War Secretary Pete Hegseth stated on Thursday that European allies should take the lead in defending their continent and contribute to transforming NATO into a more hard-line military alliance.
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US War Secretary Hegseth calls for European leadership in NATO reform
US War Secretary Pete Hegseth emphasized the need for European allies to assume greater responsibility for their defense. He called for a transformation of NATO into a more assertive military alliance during his remarks on June 18, 2026.
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Hegseth urges Europe to take lead in ‘NATO 3.0’ reboot
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US War Secretary Hegseth calls for European leadership in NATO reform