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Hegseth announces review of US troop deployment in Europe

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has announced a six-month review of US troop deployments in Europe. He emphasized the need for NATO allies to increase their defense spending and take greater responsibility for European security. Hegseth also criticized some NATO members for not supporting the US during the war on Iran by denying access to bases and overflight rights.

Pete Hegseth has announced a review into US troop deployments in Europe and once again warned "free riding" Nato allies to meet their defence spending commitments.

Addressing counterparts at Nato's headquarters in Brussels, the US defence secretary said the review would last for up to six months and include consultations with Congress, which has legislate a minimum number of US forces in Europe.

“Make no mistake about it, this will be a real review. It will be designed to ensure that Nato is moving fast and irreversibly toward Europe leading, stepping up to take primary responsibility for the defence of Europe,” Hegseth said.

Hegseth also slammed allies that did not support the United States during its war on Iran, after some denied the US basing and overflight rights for war-related activities, Reuters reported.

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Middle East EyeIndependentCenter3 days ago
Hegseth announces review of US troop deployment in Europe

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has announced a six-month review of US troop deployments in Europe. He emphasized the need for NATO allies to increase their defense spending and take greater responsibility for European security. Hegseth also criticized some NATO members for not supporting the US during the war on Iran by denying access to bases and overflight rights.

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