U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth highlighted the imminent threat posed by China at the Shangri-La Dialogue, urging Indo-Pacific allies to boost their defense spending amidst rising tensions over Taiwan.
In a decisive move, EU leaders have pledged to increase defense spending amid uncertainties surrounding US military aid to Ukraine. Zelenskyy expresses gratitude, while Macron's proposals stir debate over deterrence strategies.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces plans to significantly increase Britain's defense spending amid tensions with US President Trump and NATO, leading to cuts in international development aid, sparking criticism from charities.