COLLEVILLE-SUR-MER, France — United States Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth drew a striking parallel between the historic Allied landings on the beaches of Normandy and the current arrival of migrants by sea to Europe, characterizing the latter as an “invasion” during a ceremony marking the 82nd anniversary of D-Day.
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Speaking on Saturday at the Normandy American Cemetery in Colleville-sur-Mer, overlooking Omaha Beach, Hegseth used the solemn occasion to address contemporary security challenges. He asserted that the beaches of Europe are once again being “assaulted,” this time not by military forces, but by what he described as “dangerous ideologies” arriving via maritime routes. Specifically pointing to Spain, Italy, Greece, and Bulgaria, the Defense Secretary questioned the response of host nations, asking when European capitals would take decisive action against what he termed an invasion, or if it was already too late.
🚨 BREAKING: In a powerful moment on the anniversary of D-Day, SecWar Pete Hegseth GOES HARD against European nations who opened their borders to 3rd world migrants
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Beyond his remarks on migration, Hegseth delivered a robust message to Western allies, urging them to stand united with Washington in defending global peace and freedom. He emphasized that peace is secured only through strength, noting that this strength must be maintained on both sides of the Atlantic through military readiness, shared capabilities, and resolute political will. The Secretary argued that the world remains safest and most prosperous when the United States and its allies are strong, free, and unhesitating in the defense of Western traditions.
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While affirming that the United States will continue to lead, Hegseth stressed that capable allies must be prepared to stand “shoulder to shoulder” in the breach when it matters most. He offered a sharp critique of the post-World War II era, suggesting that much of the Western world has grown complacent in the decades since the conflict. Concluding his address with a reflection on the historical sacrifices made on the shores of Normandy, he warned that freedom is never free and that peace must be forged through will, honor, and strength, just as the men who stormed the beaches 82 years ago understood.
