US not 'turning back' on Asia allies, but expects them to boost defence - Hegseth

The US defense secretary is questioned about US commitment, including further arms deals, at an Asian security summit in Singapore.

Hegseth’s Message to Asian Partners: Do More to Get More

At a security conference in Singapore, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told Asian military leaders how they could get to “the front of the line” for U.S. assistance.

By Damien Cave and Chris Buckley

Hegseth Says U.S. Needs More From Asian Allies to Secure Balance Against China - WSJ

Hegseth Says U.S. Needs More From Asian Allies to Secure Balance Against China  WSJ

European fishing nations call for cormorant cull

Environmentalists say birds are scapegoats after nine EU states complain about damage to fish stocks

Hegseth urges Asian leaders to boost military spending against China

The U.S. defense secretary said there is "rightful alarm" of China's military build up. But he also struck a more moderate tone on U.S.-China relations – and notably sidestepped bringing up Taiwan.

By Jennifer Pak

Writing’s on the wall for the bond market – for those who can read it

There is a good deal more to the rapid rise in bond yields around the world, not least in Asia, than meets the eye. It suggests a recognition by financial markets that governments are spending beyond their means, tax revenues and borrowing power. The implication is that either taxes need to rise or public spending needs to fall, or alternatively that financial markets, stock markets in particular, must shift their priorities away from glamour stocks in the tech and artificial intelligence (AI...

By Anthony Rowley

US says 'more than capable' of resuming war, as peace deal remains elusive

Pentagon head Pete Hegseth - has said that Washington could restart the war with Iran at any time if it wanted. His remarks follow days of talks and a two-hour meeting in the White House situation room - that has yet to produce a deal between the US and Iran. Analysis by FRANCE 24 international affairs editor, Shirli Sitbon.

By FRANCE24

UK special relationship with US ‘meaningless’ unless it boosts defence, Hegseth warns

‘Model allies’ who comply with US demands on defence spending will benefit from arms sales and access to intelligence, Pete Hegseth said

By Millie Cooke

Oil heads for steep weekly loss as hopes grow for a U.S.-Iran agreement

'India is powerful and modernising its military': US defence secretary Pete Hegseth

US defence secretary Pete Hegseth lauded India's military modernization and strategic importance in the Indo-Pacific. He highlighted New Delhi as a critical anchor for regional balance and praised its growing industrial capacity for high-end military operations. The US is pursuing co-production initiatives with India, including for Javelin munitions, to enhance collective readiness.

By TOI NEWS DESK

'Unexpected true friendship brewing': US war secy Hegseth on Pakistan PM Sharif, army chief Munir

US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth also praised India and Pakistan for what he described as their contributions to international stability.

Pentagon chief says US ready to restart strikes on Iran if no deal

The US is ready to restart attacks on Iran if a deal cannot be reached, Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said on Saturday, as negotiators from Washington and Tehran worked to bridge major differences blocking an agreement. “Our ability to recommence if necessary…we are more than capable,” Hegseth said in Singapore. “Our stockpiles are more than […]

'US, Pakistan developing true friendship': Hegseth hails Islamabad's role in US-Iran negotiations

United States Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth on Saturday said Washington and Islamabad were developing a “true friendship” as he lauded Pakistan’s role in the ongoing US-Iran peace negotiations. With Pakistan acting as the official interlocutor between Washington and Tehran in the ongoing peace negotiations that resulted in the April 8 US-Iran ceasefire, Trump and his top officials have hailed Pakistan’s role several times. At the three-day Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, Hegseth was rem...

By none@none.com (News Desk)

Hegseth calls for 'balanced' OPCON transfer where US military roles are 'honored'

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Saturday called for finding a "balance" in the transfer of wartime operational control (OPCON) to South Korea in a way that respects the roles the US military has played for decades. Hegseth made the remarks at a defense forum in Singapore amid growing concerns over what appears to be differing views between Seoul and Washington over when and how the transition should proceed. "I think we have to find the balance of where our military plans and the responsibi

By The Korea Herald

Hegseth tones down warnings about China but says US remains committed to Pacific security - 毎日新聞

Hegseth tones down warnings about China but says US remains committed to Pacific security  毎日新聞

How far have the US and Iran got towards ending the war?

This is not the first time the US President has said a deal with Iran is on the verge of being secured. What are the roadblocks?

Pentagon chief sounds ‘alarm’ over China’s buildup, urges allies to boost defense spend

'There is rightful alarm regarding China's historic military buildup and the expansion of its military activities in the region and beyond,' US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says

By Reuters

US defense chief says ‘true friendship’ developing with Pakistan over Iran peace efforts - Arab News

US defense chief says ‘true friendship’ developing with Pakistan over Iran peace efforts  Arab News

America has 'true friendship' with PM Shehbaz and CDF Munir, says US War Secretary Pete Hegseth

Hails PM Shehbaz and CDF Munir’s role in US-Iran talks

By Anadolu Agency

Pentagon chief says US seeks 'stable equilibrium' with China in Asia - The Daily Star

Pentagon chief says US seeks 'stable equilibrium' with China in Asia  The Daily Star

US Service Members Targeted Via Commercial Location Data, Pentagon Tells Senators

US Service Members Targeted Via Commercial Location Data, Pentagon Tells Senators Adversaries have used commercially-available location data to attack individual US service members in war zones, according to a report furnished by the Department of Defense to Oregon Sen. Ron Wyden, and first reported by Reuters. Wyden is a Democratic member of the Senate intelligence committee.  Responding to four questions Wyden had posed about this potential avenue of vulnerability for service ...

By Tyler Durden