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NATO sources criticize US Defence Secretary Hegseth
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Pete Hegseth
Brussels, Belgium
June 18, 2026
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NATO sources described US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth as a 'broken record' regarding his criticism of European allies.
The Pentagon announced a review of its force presence in Europe within six months.
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NATO sources described US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth as a 'broken record' regarding his criticism of European allies. The Pentagon announced a review of its force presence in Europe within six months.