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NATO allies await US defense secretary's visit, the first by a member of the Trump administration
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will on Wednesday become the first member of the new Trump administration to visit NATO, where the allies are keen to understand how America now plans to influence the course of the war in Ukraine.
Trump Revokes Security Detail for Mark Esper, Former Defense Secretary
Within hours of his inauguration, Mr. Trump began to pull security details from nearly a half-dozen people who had served in his first term, most of them under threat for enforcing his Iran policy.
Defense Secretary Hegseth says 'all options' are on the table after Trump floated a US takeover of Gaza
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth discusses President Donald Trump's remarks about the future of the Gaza Strip and the Middle East on "The Ingraham Angle."
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth renames Fort Liberty back to Fort Bragg
“The new name pays tribute to Pfc. Roland L. Bragg, a World War II hero who earned the Silver Star and Purple Heart for his exceptional courage during the Battle of the Bulge,” Department of Defense press secretary John Ullyot said in a statement.
Trump Aware, Supportive of AUKUS Pact, US Defense Secretary Says
SYDNEY (Reuters) - U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said President Donald Trump supported the AUKUS nuclear submarine deal, after Australia on Friday confirmed its first $500 million payment under the defense pact.
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says NATO allies need to spend more on defense
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said NATO countries need to spend more on defense to ensure peace and American support against any aggression.
Treasury Secretary Bessent to Visit Kyiv as Trump Seeks Minerals
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is set to travel to Ukraine this week as part of initial discussions to secure US access to critical minerals, according to people familiar with the matter who spoke on condition of anonymity.
New US Defense Secretary Hegseth to make first visit to NATO HQ
United States Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth is to attend meetings at NATO HQ in Brussels on Wednesday and Thursday as allies hope for clarity on Washington's continued support for Ukraine and its commitment to the Western military alliance.
US defense secretary Hegseth visits NATO, as allies struggle with Trump's spending demands
As the new US defense secretary comes to Brussels on his first NATO visit, European allies will express willingness to boost defense spending but hope to keep it below the 5% Trump has demanded.
Trump's defense secretary embarks on first official administrative trip to Europe
Fox News chief national security correspondent Jennifer Griffin on what to expect from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's latest meetings abroad.
Trump wants China to play a role in peace in Ukraine. Is Xi Jinping willing to help?
As the war in Ukraine grinds toward its fourth year, US President Donald Trump has made clear which world leader he thinks ...
How will Europe deal with US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth?
As the new US defense secretary comes to Brussels on his first NATO visit, European allies will express willingness to boost ...
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US Defense Secretary Pauses Allowing Transgender Troops to Enter the Military
The U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) will no longer allow those who identify as transgender or struggle with gender dysphoria ...
Defense Secretary Hegseth brings back Fort Bragg name, with a different namesake
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth is bringing the name Bragg back to one of the Army’s largest bases, Fort Liberty, which ...
Trump revokes security for former defense secretary Esper, NYT reports
U.S. President Donald Trump has revoked federal security protection for former U.S. Defense Secretary Mark Esper, the New ...
Trump's government efficiency drive turns attention to defense spending
U.S. President Donald Trump turned his sights on defense spending, saying his government efficiency tzar, Elon Musk, would ...
Modi Hopes a White House Visit Will Keep India Out of Trump’s Cross Hairs
India is acutely aware that trade and immigration issues are a potential double whammy. But it believes it can preserve ...
Defense Secretary Hegseth booed and heckled by military families protesting against DEI push
Military families protesting the defense department's anti-DEI push heckled Defense Secretary Hegseth at United States ...