diplomacyFriday, August 28, 20263 sources
Pentagon Policy Chief Tells NATO Allies U.S. Wants European-Led Defense of Continent
The U.S. Pentagon policy chief informed NATO allies that the United States supports a European-led defense of the continent. This statement marks a shift in U.S. defense strategy, emphasizing greater European autonomy. NATO allies have expressed mixed reactions, with some welcoming the change and others concerned about potential gaps in security.
On August 27, 2026, the Pentagon policy chief addressed NATO allies during a meeting, stating that the United States now favors a European-led defense of the continent. The statement was reported by multiple outlets, including The Straits Times, The Jerusalem Post, and Reuters. The policy chief emphasized that the U.S. remains committed to NATO but believes Europe should take a more central role in its own defense.
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IndependentJerusalem PostAug 28, 01:13 AM
Pentagon policy chief tells NATO allies US wants European-led defense of continent - The Jerusalem PostPentagon policy chief tells NATO allies US wants European-led defense of continent The Jerusalem Post
WireReutersAug 28, 12:37 AM
Pentagon policy chief tells NATO allies U.S. wants European-led defense of continent - ReutersPentagon policy chief tells NATO allies U.S. wants European-led defense of continent Reuters
IndependentStraits TimesAug 28, 12:34 AM
Pentagon policy chief tells NATO allies U.S. wants European-led defense of continent - The Straits TimesPentagon policy chief tells NATO allies U.S. wants European-led defense of continent The Straits Times