Pentagon chief names exemplary U.S. allies and warns others — Bloomberg
U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hagset stated that the United States will support those allies who strengthen their own defenses. At the same time, he warned that partners who fail to meet these requirements may face consequences.
He made these remarks during a speech before Congress on Wednesday, April 29, according to Bloomberg.
Hegset highlighted a number of countries he called “model allies” and which, he said, would receive “special support” from the U.S.
He added Israel, South Korea, Poland, Finland, and the Baltic states to the list.
"Allies who do not do this—allies who still do not fulfill their share of collective defense obligations—will face consequences," Hegset warned.
Hegsetspoke about the sinking of an Iranian warship by a U.S. submarine.
Hegset did not specify the timeline for U.S. operations in Iran.
The U.S. claims complete air superiority over Iran.
In Israel, about 30 female pilots participated in the strikes against Iran.
The U.S. insists that the strikes on Iran are not aimed at regime change.
Military aircraft continue to land in Tel Aviv despite the closed airspace.
A fourth American has died in the conflict with Iran.
Americans are not thrilled with Trump’s decision to strike Iran.
As a reminder, U.S. President Donald Trump responded to Iran’s statements regarding a “retaliatory strike.”
