Friday, March 28, 2025

Hegseth stresses 'ironclad' U.S. commitment to Philippines

INTRO: Pete Hegseth reaffirmed America's "ironclad commitment" to defend the Philippines amid threats from China as he opened his first visit to Asia.

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