The minister stated: "Enemies are uniting, threats are increasing. We all feel this. To prevent war and avoid it, we must begin preparations right now."
In his opinion, this is not just a matter of partial changes, but a "deep transformation of the American armed forces." Hegset added that the Pentagon and the defense industry must work in close coordination and not slow down progress.
He noted: "Our servicemen need a powerful capability to deter any aggression, and if necessary, to achieve decisive victory over any enemy that dares to challenge America."
At the end of September, the minister initiated a meeting with the top military command in Virginia, where he emphasized the need for readiness for potential conflict, stating that "the right to peace belongs only to those who are capable of defending it by force."
