At the Shangri-La Dialogue security forum in Singapore, US Secretary of State Pete Hegseth declared that the United States is fully prepared to resume military operations against Iran if necessary. He highlighted the country's robust military capabilities and stockpiles, asserting that the US can sustain operations across multiple theatres. Hegseth's comments come amid discussions of a potential diplomatic breakthrough regarding Iran's nuclear ambitions, where he reiterated that the US will not allow Iran to develop nuclear weapons. Beyond the Iran situation, he emphasized the US's commitment to stability in the Indo-Pacific region, particularly in light of China's expanding influence. Hegseth called for a balanced power dynamic in Asia and insisted that American allies should take on greater security responsibilities, marking a shift in US foreign policy that will no longer subsidize wealthy nations disproportionately. He concluded by reaffirming the US's dedication to a free and open Indo-Pacific, warning against any single nation dominating the region.