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General warns Pentagon: Prioritize US, lack destroyer, fleet limited

8/2/2026

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General Alexus Grynkewich warned the Pentagon that without another destroyer he must prioritize U.S. defense over Israel.
The Navy has five destroyers in Spain for deployment, with a sixth expected in 2026.
On July 31, USS Paul Ignatius and USS Roosevelt were in the Mediterranean while three destroyers stayed in Rota.
Officials said such warnings are routine as commanders compete for limited naval assets amid Strait of Hormuz tensions.

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General Alexus Grynkewich warned the Pentagon that without another destroyer he must prioritize U.S. defense over Israel.
The Navy has five destroyers in Spain for deployment, with a sixth expected in 2026.
On July 31, USS Paul Ignatius and USS Roosevelt were in the Mediterranean while three destroyers stayed in Rota.
Officials said such warnings are routine as commanders compete for limited naval assets amid Strait of Hormuz tensions.