The Pentagon announced the end of the era of subsidizing the defense of Europe from the United States

The United States is ending an era of subsidizing Europe’s defenses and demanding that allies share the defense burden more equitably. This statement was made by US Secretary of War Pete Hegset, writes sb.by.

During a speech at the US Naval College in Newport, Rhode Island, he said:

- Under President Trump, as part of his “America First” foreign policy and national defense strategy for 2026, the policies that have defined American public policy for 80 years have been revised.

He clarified:

- For example, we are redefining our relationship with Europe, ending the era of defense subsidies, and demanding real burden-sharing from allies.