Ben Hodges

Ben Hodges

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Ben Hodges is a retired U.S. Army general who served as the commanding general of U.S. Army Europe from 2014 to 2017. He is widely recognized for his expertise in military operations and strategic planning, particularly in the context of NATO and European security. Following his retirement, Hodges has remained active in defense policy discussions and has frequently commented on the situation in Ukraine, advocating for a strong international military presence to deter Russian aggression.

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Former commander of the US Army in Europe Ben Hodges noted that Ukraine is targeting Russia's oil and gas infrastructure.

Россия перебросила для обороны Москвы комплексы ПВО с фронта
Наша Ніва (Nasha Niva)·BelarusBelarus· 2026-06-23
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Ben Hodges is a former U.S. Army general who commented on Ukraine's initiative in the war against Russia.

Generolas Hodgesas apie smūgį Maskvai: rado Rusijos silpnąją vietą
15min – major Lithuanian news website·LithuaniaLithuania· 2026-06-19
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Ben Hodges, a former commander of the US Army in Europe, stated that Ukraine must isolate Crimea to free it from Russian control.

Бен Годжес: Для звільнення Криму потрібно ізолювати півострів і знищити міст
Українська правда (Ukrayinska Pravda)·UkraineUkraine· 2026-05-28
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Retired US army lieutenant General Ben Hodges commented on the effectiveness of US military tactics in the conflict.

Misreading Iran? A week into war, strategic risks for Trump and US are growing
The Times of India·IndiaIndia· 2026-03-07
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Ben Hodges warned in a recent interview that the military conflict between the USA and Iran that began in February 2026 could be what future historians call the beginning of World War III.

JÜRI TOOMEPUU ⟩ Iraani sõda on muutunud globaalseks konfliktiks – kas see võib olla maailmasõja algus?
Postimees – major Estonian daily, est. 1857·EstoniaEstonia· 2026-03-07
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Juri Toomepuu

General Ben Hodges, former commander of the US Army in Europe, discusses the potential for the current conflict to escalate into a larger war.

„Probabil că va fi numit Al Treilea Război Mondial peste 10 ani”. Ce spune Generalul Ben Hodges despre conflictul din Iran
Adevărul·RomaniaRomania· 2026-03-07
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Retired U.S. Army Lieutenant General Ben Hodges praised the U.S. military’s tactics in Iran but criticized the political and strategic planning.

One week into Iran war, dangers for the US and Trump multiply
The Citizen – major Tanzanian English newspaper, est. 2004·TanzaniaTanzania· 2026-03-07
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General B. Hodges commented on the military simulation scenario involving a potential Russian invasion of Lithuania.

Generolas Hodgesas: jei Rusija užpultų Lietuvą, ar Lenkija ateitų į pagalbą?
15min – major Lithuanian news website·LithuaniaLithuania· 2026-02-19
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Helmut Schmidt

General Ben Hodges expressed his opinion that the war in Ukraine is unlikely to end in 2026.

Ukraina sõda ei lõppe 2026. aastal
Postimees – major Estonian daily, est. 1857·EstoniaEstonia· 2026-02-16
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General Ben Hodges believes that the war in Ukraine will not end in 2026.

Война в Украине не закончится в 2026 году, считает генерал Бен Ходжес
Наша Ніва (Nasha Niva)·BelarusBelarus· 2026-02-16
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Ben Hodges warns that if Russia were to occupy Gotland, the balance of power in the Baltic Sea would change dramatically.

„Ancora NATO”, ținta lui Putin? Insula-cheie din Marea Baltică care stă între Europa și un război major cu Rusia
Adevărul·RomaniaRomania· 2026-02-08
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Ben Hodges stated that Russia is already at war with Europe.

Generolas Hodgesas nevynioja į vatą: „Rusija jau kariauja su Europa“
15min – major Lithuanian news website·LithuaniaLithuania· 2026-02-03
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Former commander of U.S. troops in Europe, Ben Hodges, stated that U.S. bases are essential for readiness.

Evropa razmatra nekoliko opcija u slučaju napada na Grenland, jedna bi bacila SAD na kolena
Blic – popular Serbian tabloid/daily, est. 1996·SerbiaSerbia· 2026-01-17
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Ben Hodges states that Europeans must take Trump seriously regarding the threat to Greenland.

Groenlandia, en la mira de Trump; ¿muerte de la OTAN?
El Universal·MexicoMexico· 2026-01-15
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Former US Army Europe commander General Ben Hodges remarked that a potential acquisition of Greenland could be one of the 'self-destructive' goals of the United States.

Трамп объяснил, зачем США Гренландия, и призвал НАТО возглавить ее захват — РБК
RBC·RussiaRussia· 2026-01-14
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Retired U.S. Army Lieutenant General Ben Hodges stated that the need for protected mobile firepower will always exist.

Минобороны рассказало о новой тактике танкистов при прорыве в ДНР — РБК
RBC·RussiaRussia· 2025-12-21
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Alexey Leonkov

Retired General Ben Hodges writes that if Ukraine withstands the pressure, the Kremlin will find itself in a strategic trap.

JUHTKIRI ⟩ See ei ole Ukraina lõpp
Postimees – major Estonian daily, est. 1857·EstoniaEstonia· 2025-11-24
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Ben Hodges emphasized the urgency of making decisions regarding military mobilization before an attack occurs.

Apskaičiavo, kiek laiko užtruktų permesti karius iš Vakarų Europos į rytinį flangą
15min – major Lithuanian news website·LithuaniaLithuania· 2025-11-18
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General Ben Hodges, a retired commander of the U.S. Army in Europe, stated that any potential Russian aggression against Poland would trigger an immediate NATO response.

Polonia, în „perioadă premergătoare războiului”: avertismentul dur al șefului Statului Major după sabotaje și atacuri cibernetice
Adevărul·RomaniaRomania· 2025-11-17
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General Ben Hodges disapproves of the withdrawal of American troops from Romania, considering it the 'worst possible moment'.

Generalul american Ben Hodges dezaprobă retragerea trupelor SUA: „Nu-mi place decizia lor şi nu-mi place nici momentul pe care l-au ales”
Adevărul·RomaniaRomania· 2025-11-05
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Former Commanding General Ben Hodges reacts to Trump's threat to send military into Nigeria.

Dick Cheney’s doctor on treating one of the most prolific Vice Presidents in U.S. History
CNN·United StatesUnited States· 2025-11-04
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Ben Hodges believes that Russia cannot be labeled a 'paper tiger' but acknowledges its vulnerabilities.

Calcule de Război. Este Vladimir Putin un „tigru de hârtie”? Comparație Rusia-NATO, rachetă cu rachetă, tanc cu tanc
Adevărul·RomaniaRomania· 2025-10-26
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General Ben Hodges stated that Russia can only win if the West completely abandons Ukraine.

Cum a reușit Ucraina să schimbe cursul confruntării cu Rusia. „Suntem în război cu Rusia de 300 de ani. Mai putem rezista o vreme”
Adevărul·RomaniaRomania· 2025-10-09
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Ben Hodges is a retired general who commanded U.S. Army forces in Europe.

Jutarnji list - Valjda prvi put da je novinar dobio pristup takozvanom punktu: 'Duga kosa, kratka majica, u ruci espresso. Likvidiraju ih na stotine'
Jutarnji List – Croatian daily newspaper, est. 1998·CroatiaCroatia· 2025-10-09
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Ben Hodges is a retired general who commanded U.S. Army forces in Europe.

Jutarnji list - Valjda prvi put da je novinar dobio pristup takozvanom punktu: 'Duga kosa, kratka majica, u ruci espresso. Likvidiraju ih na stotine'
Jutarnji List – Croatian daily newspaper, est. 1998·CroatiaCroatia· 2025-10-09
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