Unpacking the impacts of a disruptive new US Defense secretary
Unpacking the impacts of a disruptive new US Defense secretary  
Podcast: Defence & Security Podcast Network
Published On: Fri Feb 14 2025
Description: In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, hosts Steve Kuper, Robert Dougherty and Liam Garman unpack the latest developments on the global stage. The trio discuss a range of topics including:  The fallout following new US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's trip to Europe and the prospects of a US shift away from Europe to focus on the Indo-Pacific.  Europe's declining national resilience and its dependence on the United States.  The likelihood of a US-led peace deal in Ukraine and revelations that both US and Russian presidents have committed to mutual visits and a de-escalation of the tensions between the two nations. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team