military buildup – Charm

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth testifies at a Senate Appropriations subcommittee hearing, May 12, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo)

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

Cs news2 weeks ago08 mins

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth urged Asian allies on Saturday to ramp up military spending to counter China’s growing power and prevent its dominance in the region, warning of “rightful alarm” over its rapid military buildup. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth testifies at a Senate Appropriations subcommittee hearing, May 12, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo) Hegseth,…

Trump on Thursday said an American aircraft carrier is heading closer to Iran, likening it to an 'armada (X/Rapid Response and US Navy)

‘This time, we settle. With all-out war’: Iran’s harshest warning to Trump after ‘armada on way’ remark

Cs news5 months ago06 mins

International tensions that appeared to have subsided briefly reignited on Friday as the United States and Iran exchanged warnings, starting with US President Donald Trump remarks that a military aircraft carrier strike group along with other assets are heading towards the Middle East. Trump on Thursday said an American aircraft carrier is heading closer to…