U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth tells NATO counterparts in Brussels that the Pentagon is launching a review of American forces in Europe and links the review’s direction to how quickly allies assume primary responsibility for European security. Multiple outlets report he frames the effort as moving NATO toward a “NATO 3.0” model, describing it as a reboot of the 32-nation alliance that would focus on deterrence. Hegseth also calls for European NATO members to take the lead in defending their continent, echoing broader U.S. pressure on allies to increase defense commitments. Several reports say he criticizes European allies for limiting U.S. access to bases and related operational support in Europe, including for actions he characterizes as necessary for launching attacks on Iran. He argues that denying access puts U.S. service members at risk. One report specifies the review is set to run for six months and emphasizes NATO’s shift toward “Europe leading.” The articles also note that U.S. policy moves have contributed to European efforts to address capability gaps within the alliance.