Defense Policy
Pete Hegseth gives stern speech to military personnel
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Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for defense secretary, delivered a blunt address to military leaders and personnel, urging them to get fit, align with leadership, or leave. The speech, described by some as a 'come to Jesus' meeting, has sparked mixed reactions within the military community. It reflects Trump's vision for a more disciplined armed forces.
Foreign Minister Motegi said Tokyo has no immediate plans to seek arrangements for stranded Japanese vessels to pass through the Strait of Hormuz. Japan could consider minesweeping operations there if a ceasefire is reached.
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President-elect Donald Trump and his nominee for defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, delivered a joint speech at Marine Corps Base Quantico, where they accused top military generals of disloyalty and ideological bias. The event highlighted Trump's plans to reshape the Pentagon's leadership. Critics warned of potential politicization of the armed forces.