Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth delivered remarks at a D-Day commemoration event on Saturday, using the historic occasion to warn European leaders about contemporary challenges facing the continent.

Hegseth described what he characterized as "dangerous ideologies" that he said were threatening Europe, drawing parallels between the lessons of D-Day and current issues. According to reports, he specifically referenced immigration as part of these modern-day concerns.

The defense secretary urged European leaders to maintain vigilance against these perceived threats, invoking the historical significance of the D-Day landings to frame his message about contemporary security challenges.

Hegseth's remarks came during official D-Day anniversary commemorations, which traditionally honor the Allied forces who participated in the June 6, 1944 Normandy invasion that marked a crucial turning point in World War II.

The speech represents one of Hegseth's first major international addresses since taking office as Defense Secretary, using the solemn anniversary occasion to address what he views as pressing security concerns facing Western allies.