As China tensions loom, US temporarily pauses Taiwan weapons sales due to Iran war, acting Navy secretary says

The U.S. has temporarily paused weapons sales to Taiwan to ensure military readiness for potential Iran escalation, according to acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao's Senate testimony. This pause comes after President Trump's visit to China, where Xi Jinping emphasized Taiwan as a critical red-line issue. A congressionally approved $14 billion weapons package for Taiwan remains in limbo pending Trump's formal approval.