US ‘more than capable’ of resuming war against Iran, Pete Hegseth says
Pentagon chief also tells Singapore defence summit of ‘alarm’ at China’s military buildup but says US does not seek ‘needless confrontation’
TL;DR
- US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated the US has sufficient weapon stockpiles and is capable of resuming the war with Iran.
- Hegseth addressed the Shangri-La Dialogue defense summit in Singapore.
- He also voiced 'rightful alarm' regarding China's military buildup and expansion.
- The US seeks a 'respectful' regional balance and not 'needless confrontation'.
- Hegseth indicated that decisions on future Taiwan arms sales rest with the US president.