Pentagon chief sounds ‘alarm’ over China’s buildup, urges allies to boost defence spend
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth holds a briefing on the Iran war at the Pentagon in Washington, DC, US, May 5, 2026. — Reuters Stronger network of allies essential to deter aggression: Hegseth. Says US-Taiwan arms sales remain unchanged. Adds US ready to restart strikes on Iran if no deal reached. SINGAPORE: US Defence Secretary…