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'urgent meeting'

Hegseth orders rare, urgent meeting of hundreds of generals, admirals

SUMMARY

The Pentagon has called military officials from various countries to a meeting in Virginia. The gathering is unusual as Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ordered hundreds of U.S. generals and admirals to attend on short notice without a clear reason.

This has led to confusion and concern, particularly following the Trump administration's recent firings of many senior military leaders. The situation raises questions among attendees and observers.

This is a developing story.


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