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Nevin Al Sukari - Sana'a - Pete Hegseth’s tattoos are visible in this photo he posted on Twitter.
By Malay Mail
Friday, 28 Mar 2025 2:50 PM MYT
NEW YORK, March 28 — US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has a tattoo that appears to read “infidel” or “non-believer” in Arabic, according to photos recently posted on his social media account.
According to The Guardian, images shared on X on Tuesday show what seems to be the word “kafir,” an Arabic term used within Islam to describe an unbeliever, a tattoo Hegseth also had in a July 2024 Instagram post.
“This isn’t just a personal choice; it’s a clear symbol of Islamophobia from the man overseeing US wars,” said Nerdeen Kiswani, a pro-Palestinian activist in New York.
Critics argue that such a tattoo is inappropriate for a high-ranking military official, especially as the US military includes an estimated 5,000 to 6,000 Muslim service members.
Kiswani added that the term “kafir” has been weaponised by far-right Islamophobes to mock and vilify Muslims, raising concerns about its implications for policy decisions.
Joe Biggs, a former leader of the far-right Proud Boys, also has a similar tattoo, further fueling debate over its significance.
Nihad Awad, executive director of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), told Newsweek that the tattoo reflects “anti-Muslim hostility and personal insecurity.”
Hegseth has previously drawn controversy for a tattoo on his right biceps reading “Deus Vult,” a phrase historically associated with the Crusades and popular among far-right groups.
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