Defense Chiefs Discuss Hormuz as Hegseth Takes Swipe at European Allies

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Defense Chiefs Discuss Hormuz as Hegseth Takes Swipe at European Allies Hegseth Chides Europe, Hails Ties With China and Asia Allies Hegseth Takes Swipe at Europe, Hails China Ties Hegseth Speaks at Shangri-La Dialogue (Full) Hegseth Takes Swipe at European Defense Partners Hegseth praises Asian allies, warns Europe on defense spending Hegseth tempers China criticism at Asia forum U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth assured Pacific allies Saturday that Washington remains committed to the region while softening past comments that described China as an imminent threat SINGAPORE -- U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth assured Pacific allies on Saturday that Washington remained committed to the region, but toned down previous comments calling China a threat.