Defense officials dispute report on Iran conflict and Taiwan arms sale
A senior defense official rejected a claim that the Iran conflict has postponed a planned $14 billion arms transfer to Taiwan. The statement follows earlier remarks by an acting Navy secretary about munitions availability.
indiatoday.intoday.inDefense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Saturday rejected a statement from a U.S. military official that the Iran conflict has delayed a planned $14 billion arms sale to Taiwan. Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao told senators last week that the United States was holding off on the deal to preserve dwindling munitions stockpiles.
Hegseth said the earlier account did not reflect current policy on the Taiwan transaction.
Background on the reported delay The $14 billion package includes weapons intended to strengthen Taiwan’s defenses. Officials have not released a revised timeline for delivery.
Next steps The Pentagon has not announced any change to the overall value or composition of the proposed sale.
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