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

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  • Source: Fox News
  • 06/18/2026

War Secretary Pete Hegseth had harsh words for NATO allies during an address to his European counterparts on Thursday, announcing a six-month review of U.S. force deployment on the continent.

Hegseth said the review's outcome will depend on how quickly European nations act to support themselves militarily.

"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 defense of Europe," he told NATO officials in Brussels.

Hegseth also lashed out at European countries for refusing to assist U.S. forces in the war against Iran, particularly those that withheld use of military bases.

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