Hegseth at Shangri-La Dialogue: Praises US-China Ties, Urges Asian Allies to Boost Defense Spending

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore that the US will not turn its back on Asian allies, but expects them to take on more defense responsibility, while also praising improved US-China relations.

2026-05-30 16:52 · 🌍 国际 · goodinfo.net

Hegseth Faces Bipartisan Scrutiny Over Mounting Iran War Costs

Hegseth Faces Bipartisan Scrutiny Over Mounting Iran War Costs US Defense Secretary Hegseth faced joint questioning from both Republican and Democratic lawmakers in Congress over escalating military spending related to the Iran conflict, according to The Washington Post. Republican fiscal conservatives expressed concerns about deficit expansion, while Democratic lawmakers criticized the administration for not fully assessing costs before launching military operations. Hegseth defended the Pentagon’s spending plans during the hearing, but failed to fully allay lawmakers’ concerns. ...

2026-05-13 01:00 · 🌍 国际 · goodinfo.net

US military loses $2.8 billion in aerial equipment in Iran war

A US-based think tank report reveals that the United States has lost up to $2.8 billion worth of aerial equipment in the conflict with Iran, highlighting the heavy material cost of the military operation.

2026-05-01 00:20 · 💰 财经 · goodinfo.net

Hegseth Grills with Lawmakers as Iran War Price Tag Hits $25 Billion

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faces contentious questioning at Senate Armed Services Committee hearing as Iran war costs surpass $25 billion.

2026-04-30 12:15 · 🌍 国际 · goodinfo.net