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U.S. Defense Secretary Reaffirms Stance Against Chinese Influence in Panama Canal

Pete Hegseth warns of security risks tied to Chinese-controlled infrastructure as Panama asserts sovereignty over the strategic waterway.

Defense Secretary Faces Backlash Over Invitation to Far-Right Conspiracy Theorist

UK to Lead Ukraine Defense Talks as U.S. Adjusts Role

Trump's Defense Nominee Pete Hegseth Faces Scrutiny Over Extremist Rhetoric and Policy Stances