US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth expressed disdain for Europe in a leaked chat with top Trump administration officials, discussing military strikes on Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen. The conversation revealed a belief that Europe benefits disproportionately from US military actions, with officials criticizing European reliance on US support and suggesting that Europe should contribute more. Vice President JD Vance and others articulated frustrations over European 'free-loading' and the need for clearer expectations from European allies.