Middle East conflict strains U.S. focus on Asia amid rising China tensions

As the U.S. intensifies its military efforts against Iran, its strategic pivot to counter China's growing influence in Asia appears increasingly sidelined. Escalating demands in the Middle East are pulling critical military assets from the Asia-Pacific region, raising alarm among allies and analysts about Washington's ability to deter aggression in hotspots like Taiwan. Sources confirm that President Trump's decision to delay his upcoming summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping will further compli