Hegseth Confirms Israel Visit and Keeps Netanyahu Talks Private

U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth confirmed Tuesday that he had visited American troops in Israel and spoken with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Speaking to reporters about the trip, he said he had had an opportunity to talk with Netanyahu but declined to disclose the substance of their conversation. Hegseth expressed appreciation for Israel and described the Israelis as good partners. The visit took place Monday, and his public remarks confirmed the trip without setting out what the two officials discussed.