Hegseth Says US Needs ‘Capable Allies’ Like Israel, Not ‘Flags’

Name: Hegseth Says US Needs ‘Capable Allies’ Like Israel, Not ‘Flags’
Uploaded: 2026-05-13 01:47:38+08:00
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Description: Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth said the U.S. needs “capable allies and partners,” like Israel, rather than simply adding “flags,” saying. “The goal is the number of capable formations,” he said.

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13 May 2026 • 1:47 AM MYT

Newsweek

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth said the U.S. needs “capable allies and partners,” like Israel, rather than simply adding “flags,” saying. “The goal is the number of capable formations,” he said.