Summary
The United States military plans to focus on protecting its own country and addressing concerns with China, while offering less support to allies in Europe and other regions. The new strategy encourages allies to take more responsibility for their own defense. It also outlines a stronger focus on the Western Hemisphere and border security.
Key Facts
- The 2026 National Defense Strategy highlights US homeland defense and China as top priorities.
- The strategy suggests allies in Europe will receive less support and should take more responsibility.
- It recommends maintaining respectful relations with China and managing the threat from Russia.
- The document does not mention US ally Taiwan or climate change as a security concern.
- Border security is emphasized, with plans to seal borders and deport illegal immigrants.
- Latin America is a focus for US military dominance, promoting the "Trump Corollary to the Monroe Doctrine."
- Military actions in Latin America include a raid capturing Venezuela's leader and attacks on alleged drug-smuggling boats.
- These military actions have faced criticism from experts and rights groups.
