Pete Hegseth and PM Ishiba Commemorate 80th Anniversary of Battle of Iwo Jima

Commemoration of the Battle of Iwo Jima

• 🇺🇸 Pete Hegseth attended a ceremony in Japan marking the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Iwo Jima.
• 🤝 He highlighted the strong friendship between the U.S. and Japan, noting how yesterday's enemy has become today's friend.
• 🕊️ The U.S.-Japan alliance is described as the cornerstone of freedom, prosperity, security, and peace in the Indo-Pacific.

Reflections on Sacrifice and Friendship

• 🇯🇵 Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba praised the "noble sacrifices" of those who died in the war.
• 🙏 The ceremony served as a recommitment to friendship and alliance, remembering those who gave their lives for current peace.
• 💖 Shared unity and purpose are emphasized as the source of strength for the alliance.
• 🎗️ A call was made to never forget the sacrifices made on these hallowed shores.