US ‘more than capable’ of resuming war against Iran, Pete Hegseth says
Pete Hegseth stated that the US is fully prepared to resume military action against Iran during a defense summit in Singapore. His comments came amid ongoing tensions and an elusive peace deal between the US and Iran. Hegseth also expressed concerns about China's military expansion while advocating for a balanced approach in the region.
- ▪Pete Hegseth emphasized the US's capability to restart the war with Iran due to sufficient weapon stockpiles.
- ▪A peace deal between the US and Iran remains unachieved, despite claims from Donald Trump of potential concessions.
- ▪Hegseth highlighted alarm over China's military buildup while promoting a stable equilibrium in Asia.
5 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 14 hours. Coverage spans 2 points on the political spectrum — 2 lean left, 2 centre.
- ▪ US says it is 'more than capable' of resume war with Iran as talks remain unresolved — Times of India — Top
- ▪ US says 'more than capable' of resuming war, as peace deal remains elusive — France 24 (EN)
- ▪ US says it is capable to resume war with Iran as deal remains elusive — Euronews
- ▪ U.S. warns capable of resuming war with Iran as deal remains elusive — The Hindu — Top
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Pete Hegseth gave the headline speech at Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, which brings together defence officials from around the world. Photograph: Jam Sta Rosa/AFP/Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenPete Hegseth gave the headline speech at Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, which brings together defence officials from around the world. Photograph: Jam Sta Rosa/AFP/Getty ImagesUS-Israel war on IranUS ‘more than capable’ of resuming war against Iran, Pete Hegseth saysPentagon chief also tells Singapore defence summit of ‘alarm’ at China’s military buildup but says US does not seek ‘needless confrontation’Agence France-PresseSat 30 May 2026 00.23 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleThe US has more than sufficient stockpiles of weapons and is “more than capable” of resuming the war with…
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