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Hegseth calls for allies' role in Strait of Hormuz, says 'free riding over'

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Hegseth calls for allies' role in Strait of Hormuz, says 'free riding over'
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WASHINGTON — U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reiterated the need Friday for Asian and European allies to play a role in securing the crucial Strait of Hormuz, saying "the time for free riding is over." Hegseth made the remarks during a press briefing at the Pentagon, underscoring that the ongoing U.S. naval blockade of Iranian ports and vessels is "growing and going global," and that the blockade will last "as long as it takes." "Europe and Asia have benefited from our protection for decades

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