| 单词 | Defense Secretary |
| 例句 | Defense Secretary said on Monday that the death penalty could be sought in the justice system against the soldier, but portrayed the shooting as an isolated event that would not alter withdrawal plans. Afghan government team attacked, Taliban fume over massacre 2012-03-13T12:20:08Z It happened Thursday at an event honoring former Defense Secretary Robert Gates. Kim Delaney escorted from Philadelphia podium 2011-09-23T18:31:46Z What did you feel when you learned that he had loved “The Fog of War,” your film on the former Defense Secretary Robert McNamara? “The World Is, of Course, Insane”: An Interview with Errol Morris 2019-10-28T04:00:00Z In some of the photographs, one can see Chief of Staff Mark Meadows, as well as Defense Secretary Mark T. Esper. Perspective | Trump’s photo with his loyalists was a vulgar mess. And Ivanka brought a handbag. 2020-06-02T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Ashton B. Carter announced that the Pentagon would move to allow transgender people to serve openly. A trailblazing transgender midshipman navigates an uncertain path in the wake of Trump’s tweet. 2017-07-29T04:00:00Z A senior U.S. defense official said Defense Secretary Leon Panetta "was deeply saddened to hear last night of this incident and is closely monitoring reports out of Afghanistan." 16 Afghan civilians killed in U.S. spree 2012-03-11T19:19:03Z My best example is President Obama’s interaction with Defense Secretary Robert Gates about foreign policy. On Barack Obama’s Memoir and Other Letters to the Editor 2020-12-11T05:00:00Z The film cites the secret diary of the former Defense Secretary Caspar Weinberger, who recorded that when warned that the deal was illegal, Reagan said he didn’t care. TV Watch: Remembering the Reagan We May Never Know 2011-02-04T18:54:16Z The former Defense Secretary claimed in a recent Times of London article that he knew from the outset that invading Iraq in the name of democracy was a bad and “unrealistic” idea. Jon Stewart roasts “motherf*cker” Donald Rumsfeld: One day he’ll think, just for a second 2015-06-12T04:00:00Z Joshua Johnson discusses the current state of the U.S. military with former Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel. Meet Joshua Johnson, Diane Rehm’s successor — and a bold move for WAMU 2017-02-01T05:00:00Z “There is no silver bullet to solving this problem,” Obama said Thursday after meeting with Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel and the top brass from all the military services. Obama pledges to end “scourge” of sexual assault in the military 2013-05-17T14:03:00Z Defense Secretary Mark T. Esper said in February that he intended to cut funds to the publication, some $15.5 million in the current fiscal year, which ends Sept. 30. Stars and Stripes closure ordered by Pentagon as Trump, lawmakers signal push to save legendary military newspaper 2020-09-04T04:00:00Z The Defense Secretary was effusive in his praise for Karuna and the 13. US embassy cables: Sri Lankan government accused of complicity in human rights abuses 2010-12-16T21:30:38Z “No, I’m a little busy doing my job,” Defense Secretary Jim Mattis said in a press briefing on Friday when asked if he planned to read it. Forget Harry Potter. In D.C., people lined up at midnight for Michael Wolff’s Trump exposé. 2018-01-05T05:00:00Z Midway through President Trump’s turbulent first year in office, he went to the Pentagon for a briefing with Defense Secretary James Mattis and Secretary of State Rex Tillerson. What Jim Mattis Really Thought of Donald Trump 2019-10-28T04:00:00Z And the war did not pay for itself as Deputy Defense Secretary Paul D. Wolfowitz had predicted, but instead turned Iraq into “a giant money sink for the American economy.” Books of The Times: Al Qaeda And the U.S., Still Battling 2011-01-17T22:29:14Z When Trump fired Defense Secretary Mark T. Esper less than a week after the election, Milley saw it, Woodward and Costa write, as part of a “mindless march into more and more disorder.” Bob Woodward Extends His Trump Chronicles With the Chaotic Transfer of Power 2021-09-17T04:00:00Z "It is altogether fitting that we plant sunflowers here at Pervomaysk to symbolize the hope we all feel at seeing the sun shine through again," said Defense Secretary William J. Perry that day. How sunflowers became a symbol of resistance across Ukraine and its allies 2022-03-04T05:00:00Z A series of senior U.S. officials, including Defense Secretary Leon E. Panetta, has visited Baghdad in recent weeks and urged Maliki to make a decision on whether U.S. troops should stay or go. U.S. may leave 3,000 troops in Iraq past 2011 2011-09-07T02:24:00Z Underscoring those deepening ties, President Barack Obama hosts Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihiko Noda at the on Monday, the same day that Clinton and Defense Secretary host their counterparts from the Philippines. U.S. eyes testy China talks, Chen backer expects Chinese decision 2012-04-30T12:08:03Z The other day, eight members of the Bush Administration – including President Bush, Vice President Cheney, and Defense Secretary Rumsfeld – were found guilty of torture and other war crimes by an unofficial tribunal meeting in Malaysia. Memorial for America’s conscience 2012-05-24T20:20:00Z US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin reiterated his support for the arbitral ruling during a meeting with his Manila counterpart in Jakarta. Philippines rejects China's call for prior notice on resupply missions 2023-11-16T05:00:00Z That means Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin will speak with his Chinese counterpart once someone is named to the job, the official said. Takeaways from Biden’s long-awaited meeting with Xi 2023-11-15T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin stressed the risk of another major front being opened in the conflict. Insight: Iran's 'Axis of Resistance' against Israel faces trial by fire 2023-11-15T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu were set to join the meetings, but there is little likelihood of a talk between them. ASEAN defense chiefs call for the fighting in Gaza to cease, but they struggle to address Myanmar 2023-11-14T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and South Korean Defense Minister Shin Won-sik signed an updated a bilateral security agreement with the aim of more effectively countering North Korea’s evolving nuclear and missile threats. North Korea says it tested new solid-fuel engines for intermediate-range ballistic missiles 2023-11-14T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin characterised the violence as "tit-for-tat exchanges between Lebanese Hezbollah and Israeli forces in the north", predicting Israel would remain focused on the threat from Hezbollah "for the foreseeable future". Lebanon front with Israel heats up, stoking fears of wider war 2023-11-13T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin was in Seoul for annual security talks with South Korean military officials, including Defense Minister Shin Won-sik, which were focused on boosting nuclear deterrence against North Korea. US and South Korea sharpen deterrence plans over North Korean nuclear threat 2023-11-13T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said in a statement that “we mourn the tragic loss of five U.S. service members during a training accident in the Mediterranean Sea early Saturday morning.” US military says 5 crew members died when an aircraft crashed over the Mediterranean 2023-11-12T05:00:00Z The statement was circulated following a meeting in the South Korean capital on Sunday between Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and his South Korean counterpart, Shin Won-sik. U.S., South Korea and Japan to counter N. Korea with new missile data sharing system 2023-11-12T05:00:00Z Before the talks, Defense Secretary Austin said it was more important than ever that the world's two largest democracies exchange views and find common goals "in the face of urgent global challenges". India and US push defence deals amid 'global challenges' 2023-11-10T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin tried to tamp down the prospect of escalation. ‘Expect Americans in body bags’: Middle East on the brink as U.S., Iran spiral toward war 2023-11-09T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin cautioned: "We urge against any escalation." US forces under fire in Middle East as America slides towards brink 2023-11-09T05:00:00Z President Joe Biden “directed today’s action to make clear that the United States will defend itself, its personnel, and its interests,” Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said in a statement. Live updates | Negotiations underway for 3-day humanitarian cease-fire in Gaza, officials say 2023-11-09T05:00:00Z In a statement, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said President Biden ordered the “self-defense strike” by U.S. U.S. fighter jets hit Iran-backed militias in Syria again 2023-11-08T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said the strikes were conducted by two U.S. US carries out new strikes against facility used by Iran in Syria 2023-11-08T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said last week that the delays are hurting readiness and have “unnecessarily weighed down our military families, who already give up so much to support those who serve.” GOP senators are meeting with Sen. Tuberville to urge him to drop blockade on military nominations 2023-11-07T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has been pushing for renewed direct contacts that he believes will help alleviate growing tensions and reduce misunderstandings. U.S. intelligence funding of $100 billion questioned 2023-11-01T04:00:00Z In a joint appearance, Mr. Blinken and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin took their case to the Senate Appropriations Committee and found a mostly receptive audience. ‘One fight’: White House links Russia, Hamas, China as it pushes $106 billion funding bill 2023-10-31T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said on Tuesday that Russia would be successful in Ukraine unless the United States kept up its support for Kyiv. Ukraine's Zelenskiy warns against excessive expectations 2023-10-31T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said on Tuesday that Russia would be successful in Ukraine unless the United States kept up its support for Kyiv. Gambia court sentences soldier to 12 years in prison for leading foiled coup 2023-10-31T04:00:00Z In testimony before the Senate Appropriations Committee, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin stopped short of vowing an American military response against Iran itself. ‘Is it a red line?’ Sen. Graham presses W.H. on response if Iran-backed militias kill Americans 2023-10-31T04:00:00Z The airstrikes come as the Israel-Hamas war rages on, but Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin tried to distance the retaliatory action from the conflict. Biden sends war powers notification to Congress following strikes in Iraq and Syria 2023-10-28T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin spoke with Gallant on Friday and “underscored the importance of protecting civilians during the Israel Defense Forces’ operations and focusing on the urgency of humanitarian aid delivery for civilians in Gaza.” Israeli military says warplanes are bombing Hamas tunnels in Gaza, signaling new stage in offensive 2023-10-27T04:00:00Z In a statement Thursday, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said the two targets in Syria are used by both the militias and Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, or IRGC. Pentagon warns Iran as U.S. fighter jets hit Tehran-backed militias in Syria: ‘We will not hesitate’ 2023-10-27T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said in a statement. US carries out strikes against Iranian targets in Syria- Pentagon 2023-10-27T04:00:00Z Last month, however, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin released a new campaign to address suicides in the force, and the department chose not to implement the key firearm changes suggested by the panel. The number of military suicides dipped in 2022 as the Pentagon works on new prevention programs 2023-10-26T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, declined to comment on the latest shakeup in Mr. Xi’s military. Missing Chinese defense minister formally ousted 2023-10-24T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said he was putting more troops on “prepare to deploy” orders, joining at least 2,000 U.S. personnel given such orders last week. Israeli forces hit Hamas targets in Gaza and militants in West Bank, Syria 2023-10-22T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is ordering further defenses for U.S. troops as tensions in the Middle East continue to grow. Live: Live updates | Israel says it’s stepping up attacks on the Gaza Strip 2023-10-22T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin announced late Saturday he was sending additional air defense systems to the Middle East as well as putting more troops on prepare-to-deploy orders. Live updates | Israel says it’s stepping up attacks on the Gaza Strip 2023-10-22T04:00:00Z “As put by Obama Defense Secretary Robert Gates, Biden ‘has been wrong on nearly every major foreign policy and national security issue over the past four decades.’ ‘Nothing to brag about’: RNC blasts Biden over war claims 2023-10-19T04:00:00Z Trips to Israel by Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin this past week had stressed the need to focus on the post-war plan for Gaza, the source added. Israel's endgame? No sign of post-war plan for Gaza 2023-10-18T04:00:00Z Fighting between Hamas and Israel also prompted Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on Tuesday to issue “prepare to deploy” orders to about 2,000 U.S. troops who could be sent to the region in response. U.S. sending war supplies to Israel on ‘near-daily’ basis, Pentagon says 2023-10-18T04:00:00Z Mr. Blinken, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and other top American officials have traveled to Israel in recent days, appearing publicly there despite the mounting death toll and obvious risks. Israel-Hamas war escalates; civilian suffering grows 2023-10-17T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin in recent days ordered the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower carrier strike group to join the Ford in the Eastern Mediterranean, and those ships are now heading across the Atlantic Ocean. More US ships head toward Israel and 2,000 troops are on heightened alert. A look at US assistance 2023-10-17T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on Tuesday issued “prepare to deploy” orders for about 2,000 personnel for possible support of Israel, Pentagon officials said. Pentagon tells 2,000 troops to prepare for deployment amid Israel-Hamas war 2023-10-17T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said on Thursday the United States had seen no indications that Hezbollah militants were amassing on the border to potentially attack Israel. Ceasefire plans stall as Israel intensifies strikes on Gaza 2023-10-16T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin announced deployment of a second aircraft carrier group late on Saturday, calling it a sign of "our resolve to deter any state or non-state actor seeking to escalate this war." War could widen beyond Israel and Hamas, US officials warn 2023-10-16T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said on Thursday the United States had seen no indications that Lebanon's Hezbollah militants were amassing to potentially attack Israel, widening the conflict. US boosts Middle East firepower in case Israel-Hamas war spreads 2023-10-15T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin announced deployment of a second carrier group late on Saturday, calling it a sign of "our resolve to deter any state or non-state actor seeking to escalate this war." Middle East war could widen beyond Israel and Hamas, US officials warn 2023-10-15T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III has ordered a second aircraft carrier, the Dwight D. Eisenhower, to the region to deter hostile actions. U.S. Expanding Military Presence Near Israel 2023-10-15T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said the additional carrier was being sent “as part of our effort to deter hostile actions against Israel or any efforts toward widening this war following Hamas’s attack on Israel.” Live updates | Day 9 of the latest Israel-Hamas war 2023-10-15T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said it was "part of our effort to deter hostile actions against Israel or any efforts toward widening this war following Hamas's attack on Israel." Gaza braces for Israeli ground assault, fears of conflict spreading grow 2023-10-15T04:00:00Z The foreign affairs blunders inspired former Obama Defense Secretary Robert Gates to say Mr. Biden “has been wrong on nearly every major foreign policy and national security issue over the past four decades.” World crises undermine Biden’s boast of foreign policy expertise 2023-10-14T04:00:00Z Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin were in the region Friday in support of Israel while President Joe Biden also has spoken out against the Hamas attack. An employee at Israeli Embassy in China is stabbed. A foreign suspect has been detained. 2023-10-13T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said during a trip to Tel Aviv that military aid was flowing into Israel but that this was the time for resolve and not revenge. Countries urge Israel to hold off on Gaza assault with civilians in firing line 2023-10-13T04:00:00Z Early in the “war on terror,” Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld fashioned a template to provide approval for virtually any killing by the U.S. military. "Israel's 9/11" is a dangerous, bloody trap — just like America's 9/11 2023-10-13T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said, adding Washington expected Israel's military to "do the right things". Israel calls for civilians to leave Gaza City as 'significant operation' looms 2023-10-13T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin was set to visit on Friday, a day after Secretary of State Antony Blinken was in Israel to meet with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Live: Live updates | Day 7 of the latest Israel-Hamas war 2023-10-12T04:00:00Z Reuters reported Wednesday that Washington has accepted an invitation to the Xiangshan Forum, though it is unlikely that Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin will personally attend. Combat veteran is top contender to replace China's missing defence minister 2023-10-12T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said, adding Washington expected Israel's military to "do the right things" in prosecuting its war against Hamas. 'Now is the time for war,' says Israel's military chief 2023-10-12T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said on Thursday, adding Washington expected Israel's military to "do the right things" in prosecuting its war against the Palestinian militant group Hamas. No U.S. conditions on security assistance to Israel, Austin says 2023-10-12T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin announced that a small cell of special operations forces was now assisting Israel with intelligence and planning. The US is moving quickly to boost Israel’s military. A look at what assistance it is providing 2023-10-11T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin announced a new $200 million defence package for Ukraine, including air defence munitions and weapons to counter Russian drones. Zelenskiy, at NATO HQ, asks for weapons to face winter of 'terror' 2023-10-11T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said the U.S. was moving a carrier strike group, which includes the USS Gerald R. Ford, closer to Israel. Putin says U.S. is inflaming Middle East by sending aircraft carrier group 2023-10-11T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin told reporters traveling with him to Brussels that support for Ukraine continues unabated. Ukraine President Zelenskyy at NATO defense ministers meeting seeking more support to fight Russia 2023-10-11T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said Sunday he has ordered the Ford carrier strike group to sail to the Eastern Mediterranean to be ready to assist Israel. US raises the death toll to 9 of Americans killed in the weekend Hamas attacks on Israel 2023-10-09T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said the United States will send multiple military ships and aircraft closer to Israel as a show of support. Futures lower as Middle East conflict sparks run for safe-haven assets 2023-10-09T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said he had ordered the USS Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group to the eastern Mediterranean as a show of support to Israel. Clashes in Israel rage on as Hamas fighters still hold out 2023-10-09T04:00:00Z U.S Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said the United States will send multiple military ships and aircraft closer to Israel as a show of support. Futures down as Middle East conflict sparks run for safe-haven assets 2023-10-09T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin ordered the Ford carrier strike group to sail to the Eastern Mediterranean to be ready to assist Israel, in a move meant to help deter any regional expansion of the conflict. Stock market today: World markets are mostly lower after Israel strikes back at Hamas attack 2023-10-09T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin ordered the Ford carrier strike group to sail to the Eastern Mediterranean to be ready to assist Israel. 5 things to know as Israel declares war on Hamas following the militant group’s unprecedented attack 2023-10-08T04:00:00Z Kelly’s fury reflects a host of belated critiques by an astonishing number of former Trump officials such as former Defense Secretary Mark Esper, who told CNN in November, “He puts himself before the country.” Gen. Milley’s warning rings loud and clear | Trudy Rubin 2023-10-08T04:00:00Z Secretary of State Antony Blinken rushed to the White House for meetings and was phoning foreign counterparts, while Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin spoke with Israel’s defense minister. Biden condemns the ‘appalling assault’ by Hamas as Israel’s allies express anger and shock 2023-10-07T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III said the Pentagon would “work to ensure that Israel has what it needs to defend itself and protect civilians from indiscriminate violence and terrorism.” Sudden war in Israel, Palestinian territory upends region's diplomacy, political calculations 2023-10-07T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said: "Over the coming days the Department of Defense will work to ensure that Israel has what it needs to defend itself and protect civilians from indiscriminate violence and terrorism." World reacts to surprise attack by Hamas on Israel 2023-10-07T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin spoke with his Turkish counterpart, a call Ryder said was "fruitful." US jet shoots down Turkish drone in Syria -Pentagon 2023-10-05T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin spoke with his Turkish counterpart after the incident, a call Ryder said was "fruitful." US jet shoots down Turkish drone in Syria, Pentagon says 2023-10-05T04:00:00Z As a result, senators want Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin to produce a report on the issue for Congress by Dec. 1. Congress to press Pentagon on Chinese logistics threat 2023-10-04T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin visited Africa this week and spoke bluntly about the threats facing the continent. ‘Almost insurmountable’ task: Africa emerges as unstable hot spot for terror, coups 2023-09-28T04:00:00Z On Tuesday, senior lawmakers on Capitol Hill sent Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin a letter demanding answers about Ariane Tabatabai’s employment with the Department of Defense and her relationship with the Iranian regime. Lawmakers seek answers after reports of links between top Pentagon official and Iran 2023-09-26T04:00:00Z In his first term, Trump initially surrounded himself with aides who sought to temper his impulses: White House Chief of Staff John F. Kelly, Defense Secretary James N. Mattis — even, occasionally, Atty. Column: Trump has a second-term agenda, and it's more terrifying than ever 2023-09-24T04:00:00Z “Senator Tuberville’s continued hold on hundreds of our nation’s military leaders endangers our national security and military readiness,” Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said on Wednesday after Brown was confirmed. Senate confirms new army chief as one senator’s objection holds up other military nominations 2023-09-21T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and was set to visit to a memorial to the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks on the United States. Ukraine's Zelenskiy appeals to US lawmakers amid questions over military aid 2023-09-21T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and his senior military aides have argued forcefully that legislation that reduces the Pentagon’s ability to create a positive and diverse work environment puts the Defense Department at a strategic disadvantage. Lawmakers, Pentagon spar over ‘woke’ promotion policies 2023-09-21T04:00:00Z His confirmation will also mark the first time the Pentagon’s top two posts were held by African Americans, with Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin as the top civilian leader. Senate confirms chairman of joint chiefs as GOP senator still blocking hundreds of military nominees 2023-09-20T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said 31 M1 Abrams tanks promised to Ukraine will soon reach the battlefield, a development that officials in Kyiv have been eagerly anticipating for several months. U.S. Abrams tanks arriving soon in Ukraine; Austin urges allies to produce more artillery shells 2023-09-19T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, is the main international forum for drumming up military support for Ukraine. North Korean arms for Russia probably wouldn’t make a big difference in the Ukraine war, Milley says 2023-09-16T04:00:00Z Beijing in June declined a U.S. request for a meeting with Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin at a high-profile annual security forum in Singapore. The public face of China's military under corruption probe 2023-09-16T04:00:00Z One amendment would reduce Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin’s salary to $1. McCarthy shores up Republican support for Biden impeachment inquiry, as White House goes on offense 2023-09-13T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin ordered the closure of Red Hill in March 2022 following a November 2021 leak that caused fuel to seep into Hawaii’s water supply. Military to begin draining storage tanks that leaked fuel into Hawaii’s water supply 2023-09-13T04:00:00Z As the United States continued to drop bombs in Afghanistan, Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld's daily briefings catapulted him into a stratosphere of national adulation. A short history of America's disaster: How 9/11 bred the endless war on terror 2023-09-11T04:00:00Z In addition to this personal email, he wrote a meticulous 12-point official cable to Secretary Rice and Defense Secretary Robert Gates, which only came to light thanks to a WikiLeaks diplomatic cable dump in 2010. Who is CIA Director Bill Burns: Biden yes-man, Putin apologist or peacemaker? 2023-09-10T04:00:00Z The White House confirmed that Biden concurred with Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's recommendation not to accept the conditions, known as joint policy principles, as a basis for plea talks. Biden rejects conditions of plea deal for Sept. 11 attacks defendants 2023-09-07T04:00:00Z After more than six years of pushing, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin approved the Army’s recommendation and forwarded Taylor’s file to Biden. Biden approves Medal of Honor for Army helicopter pilot who rescued soldiers in a Vietnam firefight 2023-09-01T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and his Chinese counterpart Li Shangfu on the sidelines of a Singapore defence forum in June. China defence ministry: Military communication has not stopped with US 2023-08-31T04:00:00Z China is welcoming the U.S. officials, critics note, while still refusing U.S. entreaties to resume direct military-to-military communications or to accept calls from Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin. Raimondo announces progress in China talks on export controls 2023-08-28T04:00:00Z The more than 20 clips were tagged UkraineSaysThankYou - perhaps a riposte to British Defense Secretary Ben Wallace’s suggestion last month that Kyiv should express more gratitude and not treat its allies like Amazon’s delivery service. Ukraine marks Independence Day and vows to keep fighting Russia as it remembers the fallen 2023-08-24T04:00:00Z In response to the spike in assaults, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin ordered on-site evaluations at the U.S. Pentagon review calls for reforms to reverse spike in sexual misconduct at military academies 2023-08-17T04:00:00Z After the Supreme Court overturned the nationwide right to abortion, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin issued a policy last October to let troops and dependents use official travel to reach states that allow abortions. Gallego defends military’s gay stand, compares it to Ukraine’s 2023-08-16T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said during a relinquishment ceremony at the Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland. US Navy joins Army, Marine Corps in having no Senate-confirmed leader, in historic first 2023-08-14T04:00:00Z According to officials, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is weighing two options: maintaining the current system or handing control to U.S. The Pentagon plans to shake up DC’s National Guard, criticized for its response to protests, Jan. 6 2023-08-12T04:00:00Z In June, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin approved a Pentagon deal to buy 400 to 500 new Starlink terminals and services. Elon Musk’s unmatched power in the stars and how he controls internet access are raising alarms 2023-08-04T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin approved the deployment of a total of 1,500 active duty troops for a temporary 90-day military presence surge at the border in May. The Pentagon is pulling 1,100 troops from the US-Mexico border mission 2023-08-01T04:00:00Z The officials said Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin presented both options to Biden. Biden has decided to keep Space Command in Colorado, rejecting move to Alabama, officials tell AP 2023-07-31T04:00:00Z US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, speaking in the northern city of Townsville, said the US would provide any assistance it could. Australia grounds MRH-90 helicopter fleet after crash 2023-07-30T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on Saturday called on Russia to abide by the laws of the sky and cease "irresponsible behaviour" when asked about Russian attacks on U.S. drones in Syria. US calls on Russia to cease 'irresponsible behaviour' in Syria after drone hit with flare 2023-07-29T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin was in Brisbane for a meeting on Saturday and is due to travel with Marles to north Queensland on Sunday to see the exercise. 4 air crew members are missing after an Australian army helicopter ditched off the Queensland coast 2023-07-28T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin met with his Australian counterpart in Brisbane on Friday ahead of a ministerial meeting where he will be joined by Secretary of State Antony Blinken. Pentagon’s Austin accuses China of ‘bullying’ in Indo-Pacific 2023-07-28T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin will visit this week, the first by a U.S. defence chief, struck the 12th maritime law enforcement agreement between a Pacific Island nation and the U.S. Exclusive: US Coast Guard seeks bigger role to search, board vessels in Pacific 2023-07-26T04:00:00Z He then travels to Brisbane, Australia, for meetings with Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and their Australian counterparts. Blinken visits tiny Tonga as US continues diplomatic push to counter China in the Pacific 2023-07-25T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on Tuesday prodded his Israeli counterpart to address what the Pentagon called “extremist settler violence” against Palestinians and continue efforts to improve economic opportunities for Palestinians living in the West Bank. Pentagon’s Austin presses Israel on ‘extremist settler violence’ against Palestinians 2023-07-25T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and Secretary of State Antony Blinken meeting with their Australian counterparts for annual talks late this week in the Australian city of Brisbane. Australia to buy 20 C-130 Hercules aircraft from the US for $6.6 billion 2023-07-23T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Ben Wallace and U.S. national security adviser Jake Sullivan called for more gratitude from Ukraine, with Wallace saying the U.K. is not “an Amazon” for weapons. Ukraine owes no country thanks | Op-Ed 2023-07-23T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on Thursday approved the deployment of the USS Bataan amphibious readiness group and the 26th Marine Expeditional Unit to the Gulf region, according to U.S. officials. US sending more warships, Marines to Gulf to counter Iran’s efforts to seize commercial ships 2023-07-20T04:00:00Z Blinken will then have meetings with New Zealand officials and move on to Brisbane, Australia, for meetings with Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and their Australian counterparts on July 28-29. Blinken heads to Tonga, New Zealand, Australia as US shifts Indo-Pacific strategy into overdrive 2023-07-20T04:00:00Z “We really have to make an assessment whether such is likely or not,” Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro told reporters. Philippines closely monitors threat of invasion of Taiwan - defence chief 2023-07-20T04:00:00Z Gen. Li turned down a meeting with Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin to protest U.S. sanctions on the defense minister regarding Russian arms sales. ‘Impossible’ to transform China, Kissinger told on Beijing visit 2023-07-19T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Ben Wallace said that the government agreed that there should be a financial award for those affected. UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak apologizes for a previous ban on LGBTQ+ people in the military 2023-07-19T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin told a Pentagon news conference, noting he was foremost concerned about the soldier’s well-being. North Korea stays silent on its apparent detention of a U.S. soldier who bolted across the border 2023-07-18T04:00:00Z US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has said the Pentagon's main concern is for the soldier's welfare. Travis King: What we know so far about North Korea's detention of a US soldier 2023-07-18T04:00:00Z At a Pentagon news conference, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin confirmed King was likely now in North Korean custody. North Korea silent about its apparent detention of the US soldier who bolted across the border 2023-07-18T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin confirmed on Tuesday an American soldier is likely in the custody of North Korea after fleeing across the heavily armed border from South Korea. Def. Sec. Austin confirms U.S. soldier in North Korean custody 2023-07-18T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III said in an interview with CNN last week that Mr. Tuberville’s obstruction was a “national security issue.” Blinken Calls Blockade of Diplomatic Nominees a National Security Risk 2023-07-17T04:00:00Z The Pentagon’s policy, championed by Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, authorizes three weeks of paid leave that won’t be charged against the service member’s account. Sen. Tom Cotton: Taxpayers shouldn’t fund Pentagon’s ‘abortion tourism,’ DEI policies 2023-07-16T04:00:00Z After the Supreme Court overturned the nationwide right to abortion, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin issued new policy last October that he said would ensure all troops have access to reproductive health care. Why a single senator is blocking US military promotions and what it means for the Pentagon 2023-07-14T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin gave competing speeches on the Taiwan issue at the Shangri-La Dialogue — an international defense forum — in Singapore, where Mr. Li snubbed Mr. Austin’s request to hold an in-depth meeting. China’s ambassador to U.S. makes rare visit to Pentagon 2023-07-13T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said on Thursday that Senator Tommy Tuberville's blocks of Pentagon appointments is a national security concern and he intends to talk to the Republican lawmaker about it. Kenya opposition calls for third anti-tax protest on July 19 2023-07-13T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said on Thursday that Senator Tommy Tuberville's blocks of Pentagon appointments is a national security concern and he intends to talk to the Republican lawmaker about it. EU removes post-Fukushima curbs on Japan food imports 2023-07-13T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said on Thursday that Senator Tommy Tuberville's blocks of Pentagon appointments is a national security concern and he intends to talk to the Republican lawmaker about it. Spain's Delgado impresses lawmakers in ECB job interview - sources 2023-07-13T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said on Thursday that Senator Tommy Tuberville's blocks of Pentagon appointments is a national security concern and he intends to talk to the Republican lawmaker about it. Iraq's water crisis drying up fish farming in Basra 2023-07-13T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said on Thursday that Senator Tommy Tuberville's blocks of Pentagon appointments is a national security concern and he intends to talk to the Republican lawmaker about it. Italian judges' decision to clear 'quick grope' sparks outrage 2023-07-13T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said on Thursday that Senator Tommy Tuberville's blocks of Pentagon appointments is a national security concern and he intends to talk to the Republican lawmaker about it. North Korea to make rare statement at UN Security Council 2023-07-13T04:00:00Z He also was the senior military assistant to Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin. Army chief nominee would boost recruiting, but Tuberville blockade leaves his confirmation uncertain 2023-07-12T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's efforts to hold an in-depth meeting with his Chinese counterpart at a defense forum in Singapore last month, and military communications have stalled. China's US envoy goes to Pentagon for rare security-related talks 2023-07-12T04:00:00Z He later was the senior military adviser to Defense Secretary Ash Carter. Republican’s hold on nominations leaves Marines without confirmed leader for 1st time in 100 years 2023-07-11T04:00:00Z And in early June, Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III got the cold shoulder from his Chinese counterpart, Gen. Li Shangfu, at an annual security conference in Singapore. Biden Bets High-Level Diplomacy Can Cool Fiery Relations With China 2023-07-10T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin denounced the delay at Berger's retirement ceremony, saying it was undermining readiness. US Marine Corps in historic leadership limbo due to Republican block 2023-07-10T04:00:00Z “I wouldn’t call it a true full alliance in the real meaning of that word, but we are seeing them moving closer together, and that’s troublesome,” said Gen. Milley, testifying alongside Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin. Ukraine, NATO defense spending likely to divide as Biden, leaders meet 2023-07-10T04:00:00Z He later was the senior military adviser to Defense Secretary Ash Carter and in 2019 took over as the deputy commandant for combat development. Republican’s hold on nominations leaves Marines without confirmed leader for 1st time in 100 years 2023-07-10T04:00:00Z Determined to show unity among Ukraine’s allies, the U.K. has refrained from complaining about failing to secure support from Washington for Defense Secretary Ben Wallace to become the next head of NATO. Ukraine and the environment will top the agenda when Biden meets UK politicians and royalty 2023-07-09T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III ordered a 45-day review of Pentagon policies and procedures in April after a 21-year-old Air National Guardsman was accused of leaking top-secret documents. Pentagon Review Faults Oversight of Classified Information 2023-07-05T04:00:00Z Conservatives have singled out a host of left-wing “woke” policies that they say have taken hold in the military under President Biden and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin. ‘Woke’ Pentagon in the crosshairs: GOP wields leverage in spending, policy bills 2023-06-29T04:00:00Z Mr. Banks, who chairs the House Armed Services’ military personnel subcommittee, last month sent a letter to Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin opposing the use of drag queens for recruitment. Former intel officials pan DNI report on virus that says origin in wild rather than government lab 2023-06-28T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin discussed upgrading the partnership with India during his visit to New Delhi in early June. What to know about India’s ties with Russia 2023-06-21T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III and the national security adviser, Jake Sullivan, each traveled to New Delhi this month ahead of the state visit to lay the groundwork for closer defense partnerships. What to Know About Modi’s Visit and U.S.-India Relations 2023-06-22T04:00:00Z Several Republican governors, who technically have authority over Guard troops in their state, refused to comply with Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin’s mandate, effectively putting Guard troops at odds with the Defense Department. As U.S. military recruiting crisis worsens, armed forces find competition around every corner 2023-06-21T04:00:00Z Pentagon officials deny allegations that Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin pushes “woke” policies on the force and have accused critics of undermining their recruiting efforts by raising the issue. Sen. Marco Rubio: State Department pushes ‘woke’ policies while China wins global clients 2023-06-21T04:00:00Z Asked if Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin would hold talks with Chinese Defense Minister Li Shangfu, Mr. Blinken said such a discussion remains to be seen. Blinken’s visit to China fails to restart military-to-military talks 2023-06-20T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and President Joe Biden have called often over the past few months for China to reestablish military communication channels with the U.S. Why haven’t China and the U.S. agreed to restore military contacts? 2023-06-20T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin at an international security summit. U.S. urges China military dialogue despite rebuff to Blinken 2023-06-20T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin in May said the holdup as endangering national security and called the block "irresponsible." Biden criticizes U.S. senator's hold on military nominations 2023-06-19T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin last Thursday urged Kyiv's allies to "dig deep" to provide more arms and ammunition. Europe to accelerate arms shipments to Ukraine, EU industry chief says 2023-06-18T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin for a meeting on the sidelines of a security symposium in Singapore, a sign of continuing discontent. Blinken set for high-stakes China visit with tensions rising and breakthrough prospects low 2023-06-17T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III declined to discuss any specific security assurances for Ukraine. African Leaders Talk Peace in Ukraine, as Missiles Explode Overhead 2023-06-16T04:00:00Z British Defense Secretary Ben Wallace declared last week that he would like the job. Stoltenberg likely to be asked to remain as NATO chief for another year - sources 2023-06-16T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin expressed optimism on Friday that he would eventually hold talks with his Chinese counterpart after being snubbed by Beijing during an event in Singapore earlier this month. Pentagon chief expresses optimism over eventual talks with Chinese counterpart 2023-06-16T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin put that policy in place immediately after the Supreme Court’s reversal last year of its landmark Roe v. House GOP uses policy, spending bills to target ‘woke’ Pentagon 2023-06-15T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin presided over the latest meeting of a group of around 50 countries, set up by Washington to coordinate donations of Western arms to Ukraine. Russia tries to signal normalcy as Ukraine forces advance 2023-06-15T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin called on Kyiv's allies on Thursday to "dig deep" to provide more arms and ammunition to fight Russia's invasion, particularly for air defences. Ukraine war aid: Austin asks U.S. allies to 'dig deep' 2023-06-15T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin praised "small island states" like Palau in a speech in Singapore earlier this month and, in a 2021 meeting with Whipps Jr., expressed deep appreciation for the U.S.-Palau partnership. Exclusive: Palau seeks more U.S. patrols of its waters after Chinese incursions 2023-06-15T04:00:00Z Gen. Li declined a U.S. request to meet with Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin in Singapore, in apparent protest for U.S. sanctions placed on him dating back to the Trump administration. Blinken faces tricky task with fence-mending China trip 2023-06-14T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin expressed skepticism about Gen. Li’s speech, telling reporters at a major security conference in Singapore earlier this month that Chinese rhetoric must be backed by positive actions. China, Russia stage ‘gray zone’ operations to expand influence in opposition to U.S. 2023-06-14T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin held a call with China's then defence minister Wei Fenghe, the first talks between the two officials since Biden took office. Factbox: Top US-China exchanges since Biden took office 2023-06-12T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin recently spoke briefly with Li Shangfu, China’s minister of national defense, at the opening dinner of a security forum in Singapore. US confirms China has had a spy base in Cuba since at least 2019 2023-06-10T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin for a meeting on the sidelines of a security symposium in Singapore. Blinken to travel to China next week, carrying out trip postponed after spy balloon incident 2023-06-09T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Ben Wallace were expected to attend. Normandy marks D-Day’s 79th anniversary, honors World War II veterans 2023-06-06T04:00:00Z David Stilwell, a former assistant secretary of state for East Asian and Pacific affairs, weighed in on the recent verbal sparring between Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and China’s Defense Minister Li Shangfu. Former NSA counterspy on Epstein spy links 2023-06-07T04:00:00Z Gen. Li’s comments came a day after Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said the U.S. military is stepping up plans, coordination and training to “deter aggression” — an indication of growing Pentagon concern over Chinese military actions. New Cold War? U.S., China defense chiefs square off in Singapore 2023-06-06T04:00:00Z On Sunday, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said U.S. military personnel have been training Ukrainians on what they need to do when they find themselves facing a Russian obstacle belt. Ukraine and Russia trade blame for massive dam collapse 2023-06-06T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, who had sought a formal meeting with his Chinese counterpart but was bluntly rejected. China, U.S. talks in Beijing strike upbeat tone but risks remain 2023-06-06T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on Saturday criticized China’s “bullying or coercion” in the Indo-Pacific region, including tensions over Taiwan and the South China Sea. Germany, Indonesia agree to strengthen defense ties 2023-06-05T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said Beijing's reluctance to talk undermined efforts to maintain peace in the region. Chinese state media dismiss U.S. diplomat's Beijing visit 2023-06-05T04:00:00Z But Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, who also attended the forum, remained firm in his statements, as reported by the Pentagon. Chinese destroyer tests U.S. nerves in Taiwan Strait 2023-06-04T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin rebuked China for refusing to hold military talks. Senior U.S. State Department official to visit China next week amid tense ties 2023-06-03T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin echoing the sentiments in a speech the next morning. Southeast Asian defence pact helps 'balance' region, members say 2023-06-03T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin at a security summit in Singapore. US Treasury official meets with China's new ambassador in Washington 2023-06-02T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin had sought a proper meeting with his Chinese counterpart at the annual Shangri-la Dialogue but Beijing refused. China's snub of U.S. military leader highlights escalation risk 2023-06-02T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin also spoke “briefly” Friday with Li Shangfu, China’s minister of national defense, at the opening dinner of a security forum in Singapore. CIA Director William Burns met Chinese leaders in Beijing as Washington tries to thaw tensions 2023-06-02T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin this week, has told the U.S. government it will allow the sale of industrial TNT because the explosive is not a military-use-only product, the other source said. Exclusive: US seeking explosives in Japan for Ukraine artillery shells 2023-06-02T04:00:00Z The Pentagon’s move to cancel the show this week led the Human Rights Campaign, which advocates for LGBTQ+ civil rights, to directly criticize Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin. Drag shows on US military bases canceled by Pentagon after Republican criticism 2023-06-01T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said "North Korea's dangerous and destabilizing nuclear and missile programs threaten peace and stability in the region." US calls for UN meeting on North Korea's attempted satellite launch 2023-06-01T04:00:00Z Beijing rejected an invitation for China’s defense minister, Li Shangfu, to meet with Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin at a security meeting this weekend in Singapore, the Pentagon said this week. Why a ‘Thaw’ in U.S.-China Relations Seems Far From Reach 2023-06-01T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin warned that incidents with the Chinese military could “spiral out of control” after a fighter jet carried out an “aggressive” maneuver near a U.S. military plane. Investors Exhale as Debt Limit Deal Clears a Big Hurdle 2023-06-01T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, who will give a speech at the same Shangri-La Dialogue security conference on Saturday. China and key US partner Singapore agree to top-level defense hotline 2023-06-01T04:00:00Z US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and his Chinese counterpart Li Shangfu are expected to travel to Singapore for the event. US-Taiwan relations: New trade deal to be signed amid China tensions 2023-06-01T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on Thursday said he looked forward to deepening cooperation with Japan, along with South Korea and Australia. US Defense Secretary Austin looks forward to deeper cooperation with Japan 2023-06-01T04:00:00Z He later was the senior military adviser to Defense Secretary Ash Carter and in in 2019 took over as the deputy commandant for combat development. Highly decorated Marine officer nominated to be next commandant 2023-05-31T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin when the two men attend a security conference in Singapore over the weekend. China responds to U.S. complaint over plane intercept with demand for end to surveillance flights 2023-05-31T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin when the two men attend a security conference in Singapore this coming weekend. US military complains of unsafe, aggressive move by Chinese fighter jet 2023-05-30T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin to meet on the sidelines of the Shangri-La Dialogue Asian security summit in Singapore this week. Chinese jet carried out 'aggressive' maneuver near US military plane, Pentagon says 2023-05-30T04:00:00Z China’s defense chief has turned down a face-to-face meeting with Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin when they attend the annual Shangri-La Dialogue security forum in Singapore next weekend. China’s defense chief turns down meeting with Austin during forum in Singapore 2023-05-30T04:00:00Z ANNAPOLIS, Md. — Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin told newly commissioned officers at the U.S. Defense secretary tells Navy graduates they are ready to serve 2023-05-27T04:00:00Z The legislators also wrote Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin asking for information about what steps his department is taking to prevent “price-gouging when companies refuse to provide requested cost or pricing data.” Boeing refused to give cost data for 11K replacement parts, Pentagon says 2023-05-25T04:00:00Z If confirmed, he would be part of another first - the first time the Pentagon’s top two posts were held by African Americans, with Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin the top civilian leader. Air Force fighter pilot tapped by Biden to be next Joint Chiefs chairman has history of firsts 2023-05-25T04:00:00Z If confirmed, he would be part of another first — the first time the Pentagon’s top two posts were held by African Americans, with Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin the top civilian leader. Air Force fighter pilot tapped by Biden to be next Joint Chiefs chairman has history of firsts 2023-05-25T04:00:00Z General Brown’s confirmation would also mean that along with Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III, the top two Pentagon leaders would be Black men for the first time in history. Biden to Nominate Air Force Chief to Succeed Milley on Thursday 2023-05-24T04:00:00Z Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen Hicks was there to see 360-foot-long tunnel that military engineers dug into the frozen ground more than 50 years ago. U.S. Military Sees Growing Threat in Thawing Permafrost 2023-05-24T04:00:00Z Chinese officials have said military communications between Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and Chinese Defense Minister Gen. Li Shangfu will not be held until the United States lifts sanctions on Gen. Li. China dismisses Biden statement on a coming thaw in U.S.-China relations 2023-05-23T04:00:00Z “The entire credibility of this country..., our leadership in every capacity would be affected by a default,” warned Chuck Hagel, a former Republican senator from Nebraska who served as Defense Secretary under President Obama. Threat of U.S. debt default upends Biden's trip to the Pacific 2023-05-17T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin told the Senate Appropriations defense subcommittee that the U.S. had moved “a number of tanks over into theater” so the Ukrainians could begin training on them. US Abrams tanks for training Ukrainian forces arrive in Germany ahead of schedule 2023-05-11T04:00:00Z But the Defense Department, under the leadership of Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, was refusing, Durbin added. US senators accuse Pentagon of hindering war crimes prosecution of Russia 2023-05-11T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has pushed back on allegations coming from GOP lawmakers that the Pentagon has embraced critical race theory and other so-called woke policies, calling it a “spurious conversation.” Key GOP lawmaker targets ‘woke’ policies at Pentagon, service academies 2023-05-10T04:00:00Z Later, he was asked about efforts by Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin to meet Gen. Li and whether sanctions would be lifted on the defense minister. China dismisses Biden statement on a coming thaw in U.S.-China relations 2023-05-23T04:00:00Z Mr. Schumer released a letter from Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin that details how the hold poses a risk to military readiness and hurts military families. Democrats complain Tuberville’s hold on promotions for generals hurts national defense 2023-05-10T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin stated, "No group will strike our troops with impunity." The army we don’t see: The private soldiers who fight in America’s name 2023-05-10T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin insisted at a House Armed Services Committee meeting on the budget in March that “drag queen story hours is not something that the department funds.” Senate Republicans bring bill to stop Defense Department from hosting drag shows 2023-05-09T04:00:00Z But Philippine Defense Secretary Galvez told reporters on Monday there were no formal discussions on the joint patrols with the United States and Australia. Joint Philippines-U.S. patrols in South China Sea may begin by third quarter - envoy 2023-05-08T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, the first Black Pentagon chief, has been in the job since the beginning of the administration. Biden said to pick Air Force general as Joint Chiefs chair 2023-05-05T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said after a meeting with Philippine officials last month it was "too early" to discuss what assets the United States would like to station at Philippine bases. Marcos says Philippines bases could be 'useful' if Taiwan attacked 2023-05-05T04:00:00Z Marcos also met Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, who told him "we will always have your back, in the South China Sea or elsewhere in the region." U.S. issues guidelines on defending Philippines from South China Sea attack 2023-05-04T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin had spoken to a number of allies, including Reznikov, regarding the issue. Zelenskiy says White House did not inform him of documents leak -Washington Post 2023-05-02T04:00:00Z Spokespersons for Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Military archbishop blasts VA, DOD abortion rules as ‘unconstitutional overreach’ 2023-05-02T04:00:00Z And Sen. Chuck Hagel, who later became Defense Secretary, commented: "People say we're not fighting for oil. Of course we are." What if George W. Bush was right? "Mission Accomplished," 20 years later 2023-05-01T04:00:00Z Mr. Blinken and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin set the table for the Marcos-Biden talks by meeting with their Philippine counterparts earlier in April. Philippine president arrives in Washington looking for assurances from Biden amid China tensions 2023-04-30T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, he noted, told the House lawmakers in March that he did not have “any regrets” about the operation. Mastermind of Kabul airport massacre killed by Taliban, U.S. says 2023-04-25T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin signaled his plans just days after the Supreme Court ruling, saying,” I am committed to taking care of our people and ensuring the readiness and resilience of our force. A new forever war: Pentagon’s post-Roe abortion stance ignites political, legal fights 2023-04-22T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III told the gathering on Friday that the members of the group had together provided more than $55 billion in security assistance to Ukraine. Ukrainian officials express frustration at the pace of weapons deliveries. 2023-04-21T04:00:00Z The Pentagon said as recently as last week that Beijing had declined requests for engagement with Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III and the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Mark A. Milley. As Xi Befriends World Leaders, He Hardens His Stance on the U.S. 2023-04-20T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin to better coordinate the military aid, weapons and training for Ukraine. US sending $325 million in more military aid to Ukraine 2023-04-19T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin to better coordinate the military aid, weapons and training for Ukraine. U.S. sending $325 million in more military aid to Ukraine 2023-04-19T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said on Wednesday during a visit to Sweden. US looking forward to Sweden becoming NATO member before July summit: Austin 2023-04-19T04:00:00Z “The vast majority of our military is young,” Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin told reporters traveling with him in Sweden on Wednesday. Age of airman in leaks case not the issue: defense chief 2023-04-19T04:00:00Z “This is a war of choice by Putin,” Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said in an interview. An intellectual battle rages: Is the U.S. in a proxy war with Russia? 2023-04-18T04:00:00Z In a policy memo, Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III ordered an evaluation of “security programs, policies and procedures” across the U.S. military, with recommendations for safeguarding classified information due in late May. Pentagon Details Review of Policies for Handling Classified Information 2023-04-18T04:00:00Z Sweden Meeting: Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III is scheduled to meet with his counterpart in Sweden, where the Pentagon said he plans to “discuss security-related topics of mutual interest.” Diplomacy, aid and a court hearing for Evan Gershkovich: What to watch for this week. 2023-04-17T04:00:00Z The Air Force’s own reviews are on top of a military-wide review directed on Monday by Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin. Air Force to review base where airman leaked documents 2023-04-18T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said Thursday that he had ordered a review into the Pentagon’s intelligence controls and reminded anyone with classified access that they had “a solemn legal and moral obligation to safeguard it.” The military loved Discord for Gen Z recruiting. Then the leaks began. 2023-04-15T04:00:00Z This time, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin contacted several counterparts including German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius and South Korean Defense Minister Lee Jong-sup to address the disclosures in the days after they appeared in the media. Allies troubled by document leak, but need U.S. spying capabilities 2023-04-14T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, in a statement issued after the arrest, said the Pentagon would conduct a review of its “intelligence access, accountability and control procedures” to prevent such a leak from happening again. Guardsman accused in records leak to remain jailed for now 2023-04-14T04:00:00Z The federal government is investigating, and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin vowed Tuesday to “turn over every rock until we find the source of this.” Leak of military secrets on Discord marks a new step for social media 2023-04-12T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin commended the Justice Department and FBI for their “swift action in connection with this investigation” and pledged full Defense Department support for it. He’s from a patriotic family — and allegedly leaked U.S. secrets 2023-04-13T04:00:00Z “They have a great plan … but only President Zelenskyy and his leadership really know the full details of that plan,” Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin told reporters in Washington Tuesday after discussions with his Ukrainian counterpart. Fresh revelations as Biden’s team struggles to contain intelligence leak fallout 2023-04-12T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin told reporters in Washington on Tuesday after speaking with his Ukrainian counterpart. U.S., Ukraine say many war secrets safe from intel leaks 2023-04-12T04:00:00Z “These sites will support combined training exercises and interoperability between our forces to ensure that we’re even better prepared for future crises,” Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said. China warns as U.S., Philippines stage combat drills 2023-04-12T04:00:00Z During a press conference Tuesday, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin vowed to “turn over every rock” until the leaker is identified. U.S. Army Special Forces in Ukraine, says leaked Pentagon documents 2023-04-12T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has met several times with defense contractors, but why hasn’t President Biden appointed the equivalent of Franklin D. Roosevelt’s War Production Board? Opinion | The leaked documents on the Ukraine war are chilling 2023-04-10T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin “provided explanation on the reported leak of U.S. military secrets” in a call with his South Korean counterpart, according to a readout from Seoul. South Korea says leaked U.S. documents were ‘altered’ and are ‘untrue’ 2023-04-11T04:00:00Z The March 31 breakup with the Franciscans alarmed Sen. Marco Rubio, Florida Republican, and 10 of his Senate and House colleagues, who signed a letter to Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin. Walter Reed reviewing disputed Catholic chaplaincy contract, medical center says 2023-04-11T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said he’s been convening daily meetings of top military officials as part of an “urgent” government-wide response to find the perpetrators and stop future leaks. Biden administration in full-blown damage control mode as leak scandal grows 2023-04-11T04:00:00Z Mr. Meagher said that Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III was initially briefed on the leak last Thursday morning. Clues Left Online Might Aid Leak Investigation, Officials Say 2023-04-10T04:00:00Z The map also includes a second line about 50 miles from the shore labeled “SECDEF Directed Standoff,” indicating that Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin may have ordered U.S. pilots to keep aircraft farther from the peninsula. Russia nearly shot down British spy plane near Ukraine, leaked document says 2023-04-09T04:00:00Z On Saturday, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin spoke with his Israeli counterpart, Yoav Gallant, according to a Pentagon readout of the call, and “underscored his support for Israel’s security against all threats.” Israel strikes Syrian sites and readies for more unrest, protests 2023-04-08T04:00:00Z Rep. Matt Gaetz questioned both Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and Gen. Mark Milley, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, recently over apparent Pentagon funding for drag queen shows on military bases. Gen. Mark Milley blames Congress in part for mounting tensions with China 2023-04-05T04:00:00Z He is jeopardizing the leadership of crucial military commands and making the military “far less ready than we need to be,” Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin testified this week. Opinion | The GOP response to Trump is one hell of an indictment 2023-03-31T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin offered his condolences to the families of those killed. 9 killed in Army Black Hawk helicopter crash in Kentucky 2023-03-29T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, in a statement, praised those “who bravely and proudly serve our country each and every day.” 9 soldiers killed as two Army helicopters crash near Fort Campbell 2023-03-30T04:00:00Z “That is absolutely not true,” Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III told Senator Tom Cotton, Republican of Arkansas, during a hearing on Tuesday, after the senator leveled the charge. Decades Later, Senate Votes to Repeal Iraq Military Authorizations 2023-03-29T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said the American intelligence community had determined the drone in Thursday’s attack was of Iranian origin, but offered no other immediate evidence to support the claim. Iran-backed fighters on alert in east Syria after US strikes 2023-03-25T04:00:00Z “We are buying to the limits of the industrial base even as we are expanding those limits,” Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen Hicks said this month at a briefing on the Biden administration’s 2024 budget plan. From Rockets to Ball Bearings, Pentagon Struggles to Feed War Machine 2023-03-24T04:00:00Z In response, at President Biden’s direction, Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III said he ordered airstrikes against facilities in eastern Syria used by groups affiliated with Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps, or I.R.G.C. American Contractor Killed in Drone Attack on Base in Syria 2023-03-23T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said the American intelligence community had determined the drone in Thursday’s attack on was of Iranian origin. Biden: US will ‘forcefully’ protect personnel in Syria 2023-03-23T04:00:00Z Senator Graham said he fears Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and General Mark Milley, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs, are not proving to be up to the task of protecting the U.S. Iran-backed groups launch missile strikes at U.S. base in Syria 2023-03-24T04:00:00Z Palmeri arrived to Mexico in the wake of one of the biggest setbacks in recent years in the U.S.-led drug war: the botched arrest of former Mexican Defense Secretary Salvador Cienfuegos. DEA review gives short shrift to foreign corruption scandals 2023-03-24T04:00:00Z “This is a strategy-driven budget — and one driven by the seriousness of our strategic competition with the People’s Republic of China,” Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said in testimony before the House Appropriations subcommittee on defense. Pentagon: Budget readies US for possible China confrontation 2023-03-23T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III ordered the changes to be carried out by the end of 2023. Army Base to Be Renamed for Native American War Hero, Replacing Confederate 2023-03-24T04:00:00Z Trump demanded at the meeting, according to then-acting Defense Secretary Christopher Miller, who was present. Opinion | Biden moves to undo Trump’s political play on the Space Command 2023-03-23T04:00:00Z “This is a strategy-driven budget - and one driven by the seriousness of our strategic competition with the People’s Republic of China,” Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said in testimony before the House Appropriations subcommittee on defense. Pentagon: Budget readies US for possible China confrontation 2023-03-23T04:00:00Z “Put simply, the Ukrainian Armed Forces have significantly degraded Russia’s conventional forces over the past year,” their letter to Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said. U.S. will speed transfer of Abrams tanks to Ukraine, Pentagon says 2023-03-21T04:00:00Z “Russia right now is on its back. The Russian military is suffering tremendously,” Milley said during a news conference alongside Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin. The Ukraine war is Antony Blinken’s defining moment 2023-03-16T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin described the collective efforts of Ukraine’s Western allies as a reflection of “how much countries around the world value and respect the rules-based international order.” Analysis | 20 years later, U.S. invasion of Iraq hangs over war in Ukraine 2023-03-17T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, speaking to reporters this week, described the incident as “dangerous and reckless and unprofessional,” calling it part of a pattern of “risky and unsafe actions” by Russian pilots in international airspace. U.S. says video shows Russia ‘flat-out lying’ about drone skirmish 2023-03-16T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III on Wednesday accused Russia of “dangerous and reckless and unprofessional behavior” in blaming Moscow for the downing of the drone. Pentagon Releases Video of U.S. Drone’s Encounter With Russian Jets 2023-03-16T04:00:00Z Hours before the video release, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said the footage would confirm the U.S. version of the story. Declassified video shows Russian fighter jet dumping fuel on, colliding with U.S. drone 2023-03-16T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Gen. Mark Milley have spoken to their Russian counterparts about the destruction of the U.S. drone following the encounter with Russian fighter jets. U.S. releases video of Russian jet dumping fuel on its drone 2023-03-16T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said on Wednesday that the US will continue to fly drone and planes over the Black Sea and "wherever international law allows". Everything we know about the US drone that crashed in the Black Sea 2023-03-15T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III, speaking during a virtual meeting with defense officials from more than 50 countries supporting Kyiv, said the allies “must provide Ukraine with the full capabilities for the fight ahead.” Ukraine’s Allies Promise Weapons for Spring Counteroffensive 2023-03-15T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and Ely Ratner, assistant defense secretary for Indo-Pacific affairs, both have downplayed the danger of a Chinese attack, saying a move by Beijing is neither “imminent or inevitable.” DIA official on China’s ‘awesome’ military buildup 2023-03-15T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said the intercept by the Russian jet was part of a “pattern of aggressive, risky and unsafe actions by Russian pilots in international airspace.” Russia downplays jet’s encounter with U.S. drone 2023-03-15T04:00:00Z In a recent visit to Baghdad to meet with Iraqi leaders, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said U.S. forces are ready to remain in Iraq, in a noncombat role, at the invitation of the government. Why US troops remain in Iraq 20 years after ‘shock and awe’ 2023-03-14T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin had not talked to his Russian counterpart regarding the incident, Ryder said. What’s known — and not — about US-Russia military air crash 2023-03-14T04:00:00Z Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen Hicks said Monday that the Pentagon intends to invest $30.6 billion in munitions in the next fiscal year, which begins Oct. Pentagon, juggling Russia, China, seeks billions for long-range weapons 2023-03-13T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin “remains laser-focused on ensuring that Ukraine is receiving the training it needs for the current fight,” Garn said. Ukraine short of skilled troops and munitions as losses, pessimism grow 2023-03-13T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin told reporters on Thursday that he discussed concerns over the upsurge in violence in the occupied West Bank with his Israeli counterpart, Defense Minister Yoav Gallant. 3 wounded in Tel Aviv shooting, hours after West Bank raid 2023-03-08T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin inside the airport, rather than at the Defense Ministry in Tel Aviv as originally planned. Israel’s military joins nationwide protests over judicial overhaul 2023-03-09T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, in Israel on Thursday during a Middle East visit, called on allies to step up support for Ukraine in its war with Russia. Pentagon chief, in Israel, calls on allies to step up Ukraine support 2023-03-09T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said in a statement on Monday that many of the investments in the new proposal are designed to “sustain our military advantage over China,” which he termed the Pentagon’s “pacing challenge.” Pentagon, juggling Russia, China, seeks billions for long-range weapons 2023-03-13T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin was also being affected by the protests. Israelis stage ‘day of resistance’ against Netanyahu plan 2023-03-08T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin was forced to change the schedule of a planned visit to Israel due to anti-government protests that are expected to paralyze traffic across the country, U.S. and Israeli officials said Wednesday. Israeli protests disrupt visit by US defense secretary 2023-03-08T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said Wednesday that America’s defense partnership with Egypt is an “essential pillar” of Washington’s commitment to the Middle East. US defense secretary: Egypt partnership ‘essential pillar’ 2023-03-08T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin made an unannounced visit Tuesday to the Iraqi capital where he vowed to continue the fight against the Islamic State group until the extremists are defeated. US defense secretary makes unannounced visit to Baghdad 2023-03-07T05:00:00Z “The fall of Bakhmut won’t necessarily mean that the Russians have changed the tide of this fight,” Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said. Analysis | Putin retreats deeper into his labyrinth 2023-03-07T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, said she was sending a signal that Europe's biggest economy wanted deeper cooperation with Iraq. In Iraq, German minister condemns Iran's cross-border attacks 2023-03-07T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin made an unannounced visit on Tuesday to the Iraqi capital of Baghdad, just days before the 20th anniversary of the U.S.-led invasion that ousted Saddam Hussein. Pentagon chief Lloyd Austin makes unannounced visit to Baghdad 2023-03-07T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin argued Monday that if Ukraine withdrew, it would not alter the broader conflict. Russia advances in Bakhmut by sending waves of mercenaries to certain death 2023-03-06T05:00:00Z In January, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said the U.S. would also increase its deployment of advanced weapons such as fighter jets and bombers to the Korean Peninsula. S. Korea, US to go ahead with drills despite N. Korea threat 2023-03-02T05:00:00Z In January, Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III told a Washington Post columnist, Max Boot, that a “realistic goal for this year” would be for the Ukrainians to cut the “land bridge.” At U.S. Base in Germany, Ukraine’s Military Conducts War Games 2023-03-02T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said last month he hoped the contributions would "make a pretty significant difference in their counteroffensive in the spring." U.S. hosts war games for Ukraine ahead of next phase of Russia conflict 2023-03-03T05:00:00Z Other Republicans on the panel accused the Pentagon of willfully ignoring the damage caused by the controversial mandate, which was strongly backed by Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin. Pentagon has its own long COVID problem over dropped vaccine mandate 2023-02-28T05:00:00Z In the Philippines, meanwhile, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has signed a deal with Manila to expand U.S. military access to the strategic archipelago’s bases. Threat Status: Inside the cut-throat internal political dynamics that may be Putin’s undoing 2023-02-26T05:00:00Z “The United States has rallied the world to support Ukraine and hold Russia accountable,” Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said in a statement Friday. House GOP leaders say Biden isn’t doing enough to support Ukraine 2023-02-24T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said the United States had committed more than $32 billion in military aid over the past year to Ukraine, including 8,500 Javelin anti-armor systems and 38 HIMARS. US targets Russia with sanctions, tariffs on Ukraine war anniversary 2023-02-24T05:00:00Z Mr. Gallagher also said that if Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III did not personally work to clear the backlog, “I fear it’s not going to get resolved.” Lawmakers Return From Taiwan Clamoring to Speed Up Weapons Deliveries 2023-02-22T05:00:00Z In November 2019, Defense Secretary Mark Esper signed a memo clearing the way for athletes at military academies to delay service commitments and play pro sports after graduation. Pitcher Song out of the Navy, will report to Phillies camp 2023-02-22T05:00:00Z “Additionally, these active duty members are well below the median age of 67 for a Non-Hodgkin lymphoma diagnosis,” he wrote in a recent letter to Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin. Air Force studying rash of cancer cases among missile crews 2023-02-22T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin admits is largely intact. The first year of war in Ukraine has defied predictions 2023-02-22T05:00:00Z Former Defense Secretary William Perry has called ICBMs "some of the most dangerous weapons in the world," warning that "they could even trigger an accidental nuclear war." The Ukraine war and ICBMs: An accidental launch that could end the world is closer than ever 2023-02-21T05:00:00Z He has sent senior aides including Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin in his place, and the first lady, Jill Biden, made a surprise visit to western Ukraine on Mother’s Day. On surprise trip to Kyiv, Biden vows enduring support for Ukraine 2023-02-20T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin made his third trip to Seoul at the end of January to address rising doubts that the U.S. would risk all-out nuclear war if the North attacked the South. First North Korean ballistic missile test of 2023 sets region on edge 2023-02-19T05:00:00Z In the Philippines, Defense Secretary Austin signed a deal with Manila to expand U.S. military access to Philippine bases. For U.S. forces in Indo-Pacific, it’s two steps forward, one step back 2023-02-19T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin reiterated on Thursday the United States was ready to defend the Baltic states of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania if required, and will keep its military presence in the region. Estonia to order munitions in one of its largest military purchases 2023-02-18T05:00:00Z The completion of the first class coincided with a visit to the base by Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, giving him his first chance to see Ukrainian soldiers training there. 1st class of Ukraine fighters finishes advanced US training 2023-02-17T05:00:00Z In January, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said that the U.S. would also increase its deployment of advanced weapons such as fighter jets and bombers to the Korean Peninsula. S. Korea, US to hold simulated drill on North use of nukes 2023-02-16T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said the United States was ready to defend the Baltic states of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania if required, and will keep its military presence in the region. United States ready to defend Baltic allies, defense secretary says 2023-02-16T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said after the Brussels talks that Ukraine had a very good chance of taking and "exploiting" the initiative on the battlefield this year. Russia declares battlefield gains as NATO ramps up military equipment for Ukraine 2023-02-15T05:00:00Z China’s defense ministry also refused to take a phone call from Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on a special crisis line last week, saying the U.S. had “not created the proper atmosphere” for dialogue and exchange. Kamala Harris sparks outrage by downplaying spy balloon saga’s damage to U.S.-China relations 2023-02-15T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Ben Wallace said “the U.K. and her allies will review what these airspace intrusions mean for our security.” UK to review security after unknown objects puzzle N America 2023-02-13T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said at a news conference. Ukraine’s allies rush to send more equipment, risking logjams 2023-02-14T05:00:00Z Officials have yet to retrieve any parts of the three unidentified objects, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said, citing the treacherous terrain, water and weather where they were brought down. Aliens? Lack of US info on shootdowns breeds wild ideas 2023-02-13T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and his counterparts will separately hold talks with Ukraine’s defense minister. NATO chief says Ukraine’s ammunition use outstripping supply 2023-02-13T05:00:00Z Weather challenges and the remote locations of where the three objects were shot down over Alaska, Canada and Lake Huron have impeded recovery efforts so far, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin told reporters Monday. 1st missile strike at aerial object over Lake Huron missed 2023-02-14T05:00:00Z Milley was in Brussels with Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin to meet with members of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group on additional weapons and defensive needs for Kyiv in advance of Russia’s anticipated spring offensive. 1st missile strike at aerial object over Lake Huron missed 2023-02-14T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III said the U.S. has not recovered any debris from the latest objects and reiterated that they were shot down out of an “abundance of caution.” Mystery aerial objects raise questions about national security threat 2023-02-13T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Ben Wallace said in a statement that “the U.K. and her allies will review what these airspace intrusions mean for our security.” Aliens in the clear, all others suspect in string of U.S. shootdowns 2023-02-13T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin to discuss the matter. U.S. holds drills in South China Sea amid tensions with China 2023-02-12T05:00:00Z When Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III tried to telephone China’s defense minister, nobody in Beijing took his call. Column: Chinese balloon is gone, but it's still making U.S.-China relations harder to manage 2023-02-12T05:00:00Z The Pentagon said last week that China declined a U.S. request for a phone call between Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and Chinese Defense Minister Wei Fenghe. Analysis: After spy balloon incident, can China and the U.S. talk again? 2023-02-12T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and Ukrainian Defence Minister Oleksii Reznikov discussed "priorities", including air defence and artillery, for upcoming meetings of Kyiv's allies in Brussels, both sides said late on Saturday. Ukraine, U.S. defence heads talk "priorities" for allies' meeting 2023-02-12T05:00:00Z China’s Defense Ministry acknowledged Thursday it refused to accept a phone call from Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin following the shootdown of a surveillance balloon over the Atlantic last week. Chinese military confirms snub of U.S. Defense Secretary Austin’s call over balloon 2023-02-09T05:00:00Z Just hours before the State of the Union, Pentagon officials revealed that Chinese Defense Minister Wei Fenghe has refused phone calls from Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin in the days since the shootdown. Nothing to see here: Foreign threats, national security a no-show in Biden speech 2023-02-08T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and his South Korean counterpart, Lee Jong-sup, last week met in Seoul to discuss how to reaffirm the U.S. commitment to South Korea. South Koreans wonder: Will the U.S. still protect us from North Korea? 2023-02-07T05:00:00Z Pentagon officials revealed Tuesday that Chinese Defense Minister Wei Fenghe has refused phone calls from Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin in the days since the shootdown, underscoring the fallout stemming from the incident. Biden all but ignores Chinese spy balloon in State of the Union address 2023-02-07T05:00:00Z President Biden authorized a takedown “as soon as the mission could be accomplished without undue risk to American lives under the balloon’s path,” Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin would later say in a statement. Timeline: A suspected Chinese spy balloon’s eight-day journey 2023-02-05T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin confirmed in a statement that U.S. fighter aircraft assigned to U.S. China claims U.S. ‘overreacted’ in shooting down spy balloon 2023-02-05T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, who vowed to expand military drills and boost nuclear deterrence planning to counter North Korea's weapons development and prevent a war. South Korea Foreign Minister Park touts U.S. 'extended deterrence' after Blinken talks 2023-02-03T05:00:00Z Two calls between Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III and the Russian defense minister, Sergei K. Shoigu, worried Washington because Mr. Shoigu had raised concerns about Ukraine’s possible use of a dirty bomb. Fears of Russian Nuclear Weapons Use Have Diminished, but Could Re-emerge 2023-02-03T05:00:00Z Mr. Daines, a Republican, told Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin he is worried the balloon is part of an intelligence-gathering mission aimed at the Malmstrom Air Force Base and U.S. intercontinental ballistic missile fields. Daines demands Pentagon briefing on balloon spotted over Montana 2023-02-03T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin advised President Joe Biden against shooting the balloon down because of the possible risk of falling debris. What you need to know about the Chinese spy balloon floating over the U.S. 2023-02-03T05:00:00Z The announcement, the highlight of a two-day visit by Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, nearly doubles the number of sites available for U.S. forces and should enhance Washington’s power-projection capabilities over nearby flashpoints. Pentagon bolsters U.S. military’s strategic reach in securing four sites in Philippines 2023-02-02T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin had notified lawmakers about his intent to transfer Khan last year. U.S. transfers Pakistani Guantanamo Bay detainee 2023-02-02T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III called China’s actions in the Indo-Pacific a threat to regional peace and stability and announced plans to ramp up the presence of U.S. forces in Darwin. The U.S. military has big plans for an Australian port. So does the Chinese firm that controls it 2023-02-02T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin was in the country for talks about deploying U.S. forces and weapons in more Philippine military camps. U.S., Philippines agree to larger American military presence with access to four more bases 2023-02-01T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin was in Manila for talks as Washington seeks to extend its security options in the Philippines as part of efforts to deter any move by China against self-ruled Taiwan. Philippines grants U.S. greater access to bases amid China concerns 2023-02-02T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin that South Korea is paying close attention to Ukraine but did not comment on any plans to provide military support. NATO’s request highlights how South Korea is not supplying weapons to Ukraine 2023-02-01T05:00:00Z Amid growing threats from China in the South China Sea, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is in the Philippines this week to strengthen defense ties. Pentagon successfully tests hypersonic missile 2023-02-01T05:00:00Z This official said that while Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and some of his senior staff were reluctant to approve the Abrams tanks and, weeks before that, the advanced Patriot missile system, Biden eventually did so. Biden’s ‘no’ on F-16s for Ukraine met with skepticism in Pentagon 2023-01-31T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's visit to the Philippines this week is expected to bring an announcement of expanded U.S. access to military bases in the country, a senior Philippines official said on Tuesday. Austin's Manila visit to bring deal on expanded base access -Philippines official 2023-02-01T05:00:00Z In separate comments from the three-part “Putin vs the West” series, British Defense Secretary Ben Wallace spoke about exchanges with Russian officials during a visit to Moscow in February last year. Putin threatened to kill me, Britain’s Boris Johnson says 2023-01-30T05:00:00Z While negotiations are still ongoing, an announcement is expected as soon as this week when Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin meets in Manila with his counterpart and then with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. U.S. military poised to secure new access to key Philippine bases 2023-01-30T05:00:00Z Separately, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin arrived in-country in the afternoon and will meet Tuesday with Mr. Lee, the defense minister. Seoul comes under pressure to arm Kyiv 2023-01-30T05:00:00Z The judges are still considering how to resolve the case after Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin rescinded the military’s vaccination requirement in January. Trump’s lasting legacy on the judiciary is not just at the Supreme Court 2023-01-29T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said earlier this month he seriously doubted that ramped up Chinese military activities near the Taiwan Strait were a sign of an imminent invasion of the island by Beijing. U.S. four-star general warns of war with China in 2025 2023-01-28T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, speaking Jan. 11 during a news conference alongside Japanese officials, said that the United States had observed some “very provocative behavior” from Chinese forces in an attempt to push international norms. U.S. general warns troops that war with China is possible in two years 2023-01-27T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and Army Gen. Mark Milley, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, spoke and met with their German counterparts and other allies. EXPLAINER: Why the US flipped on sending tanks to Ukraine 2023-01-25T05:00:00Z British Defense Secretary Ben Wallace has suggested the Australian submarines could be a new attack submarine model that could be used by all three navies. Ukraine war scuttles Biden arms control agenda 2023-01-25T05:00:00Z Mr. Biden said Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin recommended the policy shift because it will strengthen Ukraine’s capacity to “defend its territory and achieve its strategic objectives.” Biden says U.S. tanks for Ukraine are “not an offensive threat” to Russia 2023-01-25T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin declined to say at a news conference afterward whether he was disappointed in the apparent lack of agreement, and defended Berlin as a reliable ally. U.S. to give Ukraine advanced M1 tanks 2023-01-24T05:00:00Z But Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III has now come around to the view that committing to sending American tanks is necessary to spur Germany to follow with its coveted Leopard 2 tanks. U.S. Plans to Send Abrams Tanks to Ukraine, Officials Say 2023-01-24T05:00:00Z Howard has long been making history, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin told a crowd gathered in the university’s Founders Library, with its carved wooden panels and arched windows. In an HBCU first, Howard awarded $90 million military research contract 2023-01-23T05:00:00Z It had been a condition of service since Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin imposed it in August 2021. Authoritarian powers granted during COVID-19 pandemic difficult to claw back 2023-01-22T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin will convene a gathering of Western nations to coordinate rounds of military aid for the Ukrainian army. Ukraine fumes as NATO members slow roll tank aid 2023-01-22T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin urged allies at a meeting on Friday to do more to support Ukraine. UK says it still wants Ukraine to get German-made tanks 2023-01-22T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said Germany’s new defense minister, Boris Pistorius, had informed the gathering that “they have not made a decision,” while he told reporters that Germany was a “reliable ally.” Tank dispute splits Ukraine’s allies as Zelensky seeks more firepower 2023-01-20T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin rattled off a number of new military aid commitments emerging from a meeting of more than three dozen countries at Ramstein Air Base in Germany. Germany punts on Leopard 2 tanks for Ukraine 2023-01-20T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin warned as the meeting opened. Defense leaders meet amid dissent over tanks for Ukraine 2023-01-20T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is in Germany and will meet Friday with the Ukraine Defense Contact Group, representatives of about 50 countries that coordinate the weapons support. $2.5 billion aid sends Strykers, but no tanks, to Ukraine 2023-01-19T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin will convene a gathering of Western nations aimed at coordinating future rounds of military aid for the Ukrainian army. ‘We shouldn’t hesitate’: Ukraine, allies fume as Germany balks on tanks 2023-01-19T05:00:00Z Their views put them in conflict with officials including Defense Secretary Robert S. McNamara and national security adviser McGeorge Bundy, who were pushing Johnson to deepen American involvement in the conflict. Thomas Hughes, State Department voice against Vietnam War, dies at 97 2023-01-12T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, who work to coordinate military contributions to Ukraine. Live updates | World Economic Forum gathering in Davos 2023-01-18T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin ordered all military personnel to get the vaccine in August 2021. Pentagon: No back pay for troops forced out over COVID policy 2023-01-18T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is scheduled to visit Berlin this week and then host a meeting of allies at Ramstein Air Base in western Germany. At Davos, U.N. chief warns the world is in a ‘sorry state’ 2023-01-18T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on Thursday ahead of a meeting on Friday of dozens of defence ministers at Ramstein air base in Germany. Ukraine closer to receiving modern Western battle tanks, more Patriots 2023-01-18T05:00:00Z That group consists of about 50 top defense officials, including Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, and they work to coordinate military contributions to Ukraine. US, Ukraine top military chiefs meet in person for 1st time 2023-01-17T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is scheduled to visit Berlin this week and then host a meeting of allies at the Ramstein Air Base in western Germany. Germany to appoint regional official as defense minister 2023-01-17T05:00:00Z Scholz is under pressure to find a replacement before allied defense ministers, including Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, arrive in the country for the Ramstein meeting on Friday. Germany’s defense minister resigns after string of blunders 2023-01-16T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin was due to host allies at an air base in Germany on Friday to discuss further aid for Ukraine. Ukraine demands speedier weapons deliveries from West to confront Russian pressure 2023-01-17T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III and European officials will meet in Germany this week to agree on a resupply list that for the first time could include advanced heavy tanks. Column: The war in Ukraine could become a long, frozen conflict. Are we ready for that? 2023-01-15T05:00:00Z The United States will provide 50 Bradleys, which have “mounted firepower” and “significant armor capability,” Deputy Assistant Defense Secretary Laura Cooper told reporters on Jan. 7. How Western combat vehicles bound for Ukraine could change the war 2023-01-13T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III, the first Black man to lead the Defense Department, has come under fire from conservative Republicans who complain that the Pentagon, under his leadership, has become too “woke.” New House Investigation Panel Stirs Memories of an Earlier McCarthy 2023-01-12T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin as well as Japanese foreign and defense ministers, Blinken also said the United States was set to sign a new agreement with Japan later this week on cooperation in space. Blinken says U.S. applauds Japan's decision to double defense spending 2023-01-11T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said on Wednesday he seriously doubted that ramped up Chinese military activities near the Taiwan Strait were a sign of an imminent invasion of the island by Beijing. 'Seriously doubt' imminent invasion of Taiwan by China -Pentagon chief 2023-01-11T05:00:00Z “We are positioning Ukraine to be able to move forward and retake territory,” Deputy Assistant Defense Secretary Laura K. Cooper told reporters. Column: The war in Ukraine could become a long, frozen conflict. Are we ready for that? 2023-01-15T05:00:00Z Spokesman Max Blain said that Sunak has instructed Defense Secretary Ben Wallace to work with allies on what vehicles were best to send. Poland to send Leopard tanks to Ukraine, if others do, too 2023-01-11T05:00:00Z Richard notified Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin that China had formally reached a “strategic breakout.” How China pirated U.S. technology to rapidly expand its nuclear weapon arsenal 2023-01-08T05:00:00Z “We are positioning Ukraine to be able to move forward and retake territory,” Deputy Assistant Defense Secretary Laura Cooper told reporters Friday in outlining $3 billion worth of new security assistance for Ukraine. U.S. pledges $3 billion in arms to help Ukraine ‘retake territory’ 2023-01-06T05:00:00Z Milley told the Jan. 6 committee that he is “constantly strung out” along with Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and other top officials at the Pentagon. Milley told Jan. 6 panel he’s become a political ‘lightning rod’ 2023-01-03T05:00:00Z Richard notified Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin that China had formally reached “strategic breakout.” China’s nuclear forces built in part with U.S. technology 2023-01-03T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin’s stand-down order came just weeks after the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. The war over ‘woke’: Republicans gear up to take aim at controversial Pentagon social policies 2022-12-27T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III said, “We are not working to prevent Ukraine from developing their own capability.” Russian Air Base Is Attacked, as Ukraine Discounts Escalation Threat 2022-12-26T05:00:00Z Biden had agreed with Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin’s determination that lifting the mandate was not in the best interest of troops or the military, according to White House officials. Biden signs defense bill that repeals troop vaccine mandate 2022-12-23T05:00:00Z Top administration officials, including Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and Secretary of State Antony Blinken, have previously testified about the pullout. Biden aides brace for GOP’s looming Afghanistan probe 2022-12-20T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has repeatedly defined China as the Pentagon’s premier “pacing challenge” on the world stage. Spy agencies to report on Chinese leader corruption 2022-12-14T05:00:00Z The plan is not yet approved by President Biden or Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, but it could be soon, the officials said, speaking on the condition of anonymity to detail sensitive internal deliberations. Pentagon preparing to send Patriot missile system to Ukraine 2022-12-13T05:00:00Z Strategic Command, which has responsibility for the nation’s nuclear weapons, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said Putin’s repeated threats were irresponsible. Vladimir Putin: Russia could adopt U.S. preemptive strike concept 2022-12-09T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said on Friday, at a time Russian President Vladimir Putin has repeatedly suggested he could use nuclear weapons to protect Russia. Russia is expanding its nuclear arsenal, U.S. Defense Secretary says 2022-12-09T05:00:00Z Mr. Biden sided with Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin in opposing efforts to lift the mandate. In rebuke to Biden, House nixes Pentagon vaccine mandate with passage of omnibus defense policy bill 2022-12-08T05:00:00Z The bill directs Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin to rescind his August 2021 memorandum imposing the mandate. House passes defense bill scrapping military COVID vaccine mandate 2022-12-08T05:00:00Z In November 2019, Defense Secretary Mark Esper signed a memo clearing the way for athletes at the nation’s military academies to delay their service commitments and play pro sports after graduation. Phillies select active duty Navy aviator in MLB Rule 5 draft 2022-12-07T05:00:00Z A compromise provision requiring Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin to rescind the requirement is in the annual defense bill heading for votes this week in Congress. EXPLAINER: What end of vaccine mandate means for US troops 2022-12-07T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said late Tuesday that the U.S. is not actively trying to halt Ukrainians’ development of drones, long-range missiles or other capabilities that can hit Russian targets. Brazen strikes deep inside Russia complicate support from U.S., allies for Ukraine 2022-12-07T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin told reporters in October the current U.S. nuclear arsenal is sufficient and “we don’t need” the SLCM-N. Defense bill sharply boosts arms, support for Taiwan 2022-12-07T05:00:00Z Conversely, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin was asked whether the U.S. is working to prevent Ukraine from developing the long-range strike capabilities needed to hit Russia. U.S. isn’t helping Ukraine hit targets inside Russia, officials say 2022-12-07T05:00:00Z Asked at the same news conference whether the United States was working to prevent Ukraine from developing its own ability to strike inside Russia, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said: “No. Absolutely not.” Ukraine strikes another Russian air base, showing vulnerability of defenses 2022-12-06T05:00:00Z The U.S. military has no data to back up claims by top Republicans in Congress that the Pentagon's COVID-19 vaccine mandate is hurting recruiting, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said on Tuesday. U.S. conducting analysis to ensure it has enough munitions stockpile- U.S. general 2022-12-06T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said on Tuesday after talks with his Australian counterpart in Washington. U.S. military to increase presence of rotational bomber forces in Australia 2022-12-06T05:00:00Z “We lost a million people to this virus,” Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin told reporters over the weekend. End of the road? Pentagon’s COVID vaccine mandate in danger as opposition mounts 2022-12-06T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said the U.S. is at a pivotal point with China and will need military strength to ensure that American values, not Beijing’s, set global norms in the 21st century. China blasts US report, reiterates ‘no 1st use’ nuke policy 2022-12-06T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on Saturday called on Congress not to delay in passing the full-year Pentagon spending bill, known as an omnibus, saying it was key to helping keep America secure. Ukraine says ship with wheat for Ethiopia arrives, part of anti-famine push 2022-12-03T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on Saturday accused Russia of "deliberate cruelty" in its war in Ukraine, saying Moscow was intentionally targeting civilians. U.S. defense secretary accuses Russia of 'deliberate cruelty' in Ukraine 2022-12-03T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin called his Turkish counterpart on Wednesday to express “strong opposition” to Turkey launching a new military operation in northern Syria. Turkish strikes on US Kurd allies resonate in Ukraine war 2022-12-03T05:00:00Z Invited guests including Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin will witness the hangar doors open to reveal the bomber for its public introduction, then the doors will close again. Pentagon debuts its new stealth bomber, the B-21 Raider 2022-12-02T05:00:00Z A commission established by Congress recommended a list of distinguished Army heroes for the new base names, and Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III recently ordered the changes by the end of 2023. How Army Bases in the South Were Named for Defeated Confederates 2022-12-02T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on Wednesday told his Turkish counterpart of his "strong opposition" to a new Turkish military operation in Syria and voiced concern over the escalating situation in the county, the Pentagon said. Pentagon chief warns Turkey against new military operation in Syria 2022-11-30T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has said he is committed to maintaining the “status quo” surrounding Taiwan’s status, warning his Chinese counterpart last week against taking “destabilizing” actions. Pentagon warns of China’s plans for dominance in Taiwan and beyond 2022-11-29T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin in Cambodia last week, according to a statement provided by the Chinese Ministry of Defense. China to increase nuclear warheads to 1,500, Pentagon warns 2022-11-29T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has said the missile strikes had “little or no military purpose” and constituted a war crime. Ukrainian energy systems on brink of collapse after weeks of Russian bombing 2022-11-23T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on the sidelines of a gathering of Southeast Asian defence chiefs in Cambodia. Taiwan is at the core of China's core interests - Chinese defence minister 2022-11-22T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on Tuesday discussed with his Chinese counterpart the need to improve crisis communication between the two major powers, a Pentagon spokesperson said. U.S., China defence chiefs discussed need for improving crisis communication -Pentagon spokesperson 2022-11-22T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Sergei Shoigu has come under fierce criticism for Russia’s unrealistic battle plan, and Mr. Putin has cycled through a string of senior commanders looking for someone who can conduct the invasion campaign competently. Morale matters: Russian failures in Ukraine show how motivation, conviction determine winners in war 2022-11-21T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Ben Wallace said those who took part had made an “invaluable contribution to the safety and security of the U.K.” Veterans of UK nuclear weapons tests win battle for medal 2022-11-21T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin met his Indonesian counterpart on Monday to push stronger defense ties amid growing Chinese naval activity in the Indo-Pacific region. US pushes defense ties with Indonesia as China strengthens 2022-11-21T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin warned Saturday Russia’s invasion of Ukraine offers a preview of a world where nuclear-armed countries could threaten other nations and said Beijing, like Moscow, seeks a world where might makes right. US defense chief: ‘Tyranny and turmoil’ in Russian invasion 2022-11-19T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III, standing beside General Milley, demurred when asked if he shared that assessment, hinting at continued disagreement within the Biden administration about the course of the war. ‘This Is Not Ukraine’s Fault’: Tensions Ease Over Missile Strike in Poland 2022-11-16T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said that they expect Ukraine to keep fighting through the winter, and the U.S. and its allies will continue to provide more support and weapons. Russia didn’t take US phone call after Poland missile strike 2022-11-16T05:00:00Z Milley and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin both said the United States would support Ukraine for "as long as it takes." U.S. to support Ukraine 'for as long as it takes' against Russia -Pentagon 2022-11-16T05:00:00Z British Defense Secretary Ben Wallace said the Kremlin will be “worried” by the loss of Kherson but warned against underestimating Moscow. After Kherson success, Kyiv vows to keep driving out Russia 2022-11-13T05:00:00Z As Veterans Day approaches, figures like Veterans Affairs Secretary Denis McDonough and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin are speaking up on the debt the country owes to those who serve in uniform. Finding jobs for military spouses remains a challenge for Pentagon leaders 2022-11-10T05:00:00Z The White House and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin were quick to clarify that there was no change in U.S. policy. Biden to meet China’s Xi on Monday for Taiwan, Russia talks 2022-11-10T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and pledged to support Ukraine against Russia's invasion for "as long as necessary", a statement said. Italy open to supplying air defence systems to Ukraine -official 2022-11-08T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Ben Wallace said he was instead prioritizing the procurement of multi-role ocean surveillance vessels, which will protect undersea cables and pipelines amid Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. UK government rejects plan to build national flagship 2022-11-07T05:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin told reporters Thursday that Ukraine “certainly” has the capability to take back all territory west of the river. G-7 agrees to fix, defend Ukraine’s infrastructure amid Russian attacks 2022-11-04T04:00:00Z Following a meeting Thursday at the Pentagon, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and South Korean Defense Minister Lee Jong-sup released a joint statement saying they “strongly condemned” North Korea’s recent weapons demonstrations. Rival Koreas scramble warplanes in extension of tensions 2022-11-04T04:00:00Z “Any nuclear attack against the United States or its allies and partners … is unacceptable,” Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said during a meeting between the two leaders, according to a joint statement released by the Pentagon. At the Pentagon, talk turns to ‘the end of the Kim Jong Un regime’ 2022-11-03T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said on Thursday, in what would be a major defeat for Russia in its invasion of its neighbor. U.S. senators, in Kyiv visit, vow to continue bipartisan support after elections 2022-11-03T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said on Thursday that he believes Ukrainian forces can retake Kherson from Russian forces, in perhaps his most optimistic comments on the pivotal campaign to date. Ukraine has capability to retake Kherson from Russia -Pentagon chief 2022-11-03T04:00:00Z In 2016, Defense Secretary Ash Carter ordered the Pentagon to suspend the effort to recoup the enlistment bonuses, which in some cases totaled more than $25,000. Army probes whether troops wrongly targeted in bonus scandal 2022-11-02T04:00:00Z Six months after Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin declared in April that the new goal of the war was to decisively defeat and "weaken" Russia, Biden is rejecting calls for a new peace initiative. Give peace a chance in Ukraine: The chorus rises, around the world and across the spectrum 2022-10-29T04:00:00Z He removed about a dozen members of Truss’ government but kept several senior figures in place, including Foreign Secretary James Cleverly and Defense Secretary Ben Wallace. UK leader Sunak faces opposition in Parliament for 1st time 2022-10-26T04:00:00Z Mr. Carter, with approval from Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates, circumvented the typical acquisition process. Ashton Carter, defense chief who opened combat roles to women, dies at 68 2022-10-25T04:00:00Z James Cleverly will be kept on as foreign secretary, along with Defense Secretary Ben Wallace. New British prime minister vows to counter Chinese communist threats 2022-10-25T04:00:00Z The decision to go public with the accusations came after two conversations between Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III and his Russian counterpart, Mr. Shoigu. Western Officials Warn Russia Could Use a Dirty Bomb as a Pretext 2022-10-24T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin for the second time in three days. Russia hits Ukraine homes, evacuates Kherson, warns of escalation 2022-10-24T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin told Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu in a phone call on Sunday that he "rejected any pretext for Russian escalation" in Ukraine, the Pentagon said. Pentagon chief tells Russia's Shoigu he rejects any Russian pretext for escalation 2022-10-23T04:00:00Z British Defense Secretary Ben Wallace strongly rejected Shoigu’s claim and warned Moscow against using it as a pretext for escalation. Russia’s defense chief warns of ‘dirty bomb’ provocation 2022-10-23T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and the defence ministers of Britain and Turkey. France's Macron says there is chance for peace in Ukraine 2022-10-23T04:00:00Z Over the past several days, Republicans have taken direct aim at the policy, unveiled by Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin in a memo last Thursday. ‘Disgusting’: Republicans fume over Pentagon plan to pay for troops’ abortion travel 2022-10-23T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on Friday spoke with his Russian counterpart for the first time since May, as Ukrainian forces seek advances ahead of winter, and Russian drone and missile attacks have terrorized civilians. U.S., Russian defense chiefs hold first talks in months 2022-10-21T04:00:00Z Popular Defense Secretary Ben Wallace, who was touted as a possible contender, ruled himself out of the race on Friday. Boris Johnson eyes comeback as UK Conservatives pick new PM 2022-10-21T04:00:00Z “The Defense Secretary refuted these claims and cautioned that such allegations should not be used as a pretext for greater escalation,” the ministry said. Russia’s defense chief warns of ‘dirty bomb’ provocation 2022-10-23T04:00:00Z Former Trump administration Defense Secretary Mark Esper went further in July, telling an audience in Taiwan that the U.S. SPECIAL REPORT: China’s threat to Taiwan sparks debate over U.S. ‘One China’ policy 2022-10-19T04:00:00Z The new command coordinates communications and messaging with Indo-Pacific Command and the office of Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin. Pacific Fleet admiral: No ambiguity in U.S, allies’ ability to defend Taiwan 2022-10-19T04:00:00Z Truss’ defeated Conservative leadership rival Rishi Sunak, House of Commons leader Penny Mordaunt and popular Defense Secretary Ben Wallace all have supporters, as does Hunt, who many see as the de facto prime minister already. UK leader Liz Truss faces test in Parliament, seeks lifeline 2022-10-19T04:00:00Z “For him the civilian lives are basically nothing,” Mr. Pevkur told reporters after meeting with Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III in Washington. Russian Barrage Targets Power, Water and Heat for Ukraine’s Civilians 2022-10-18T04:00:00Z “The Defense Secretary also reiterated UK and wider international support for Ukraine and desire to de-escalate this conflict.” Russia’s defense chief warns of ‘dirty bomb’ provocation 2022-10-23T04:00:00Z Pentagon leaders can also expect to face sharp questions about diversity and inclusion programs strongly backed by Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and senior military leaders under Mr. Biden. U.S. needs to boost preparations for defense of Taiwan from Chinese assault, GOP lawmaker says 2022-10-18T04:00:00Z But British Defense Secretary Ben Wallace made a hastily-arranged visit to Washington Tuesday, reportedly to share British intelligence on the emerging Russian-Iranian nexus. Relentless Russian attacks take out Ukrainian power, water stations 2022-10-18T04:00:00Z Truss’ defeated leadership rival Rishi Sunak, House of Commons leader Penny Mordaunt and popular Defense Secretary Ben Wallace all have supporters, as does Hunt, who many see as the de facto prime minister already. Liz Truss’ waning power brings political plots, and jokes 2022-10-18T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin declared that the West's goal in the war was now to "weaken" Russia to the point that it would no longer have the military power to invade Ukraine again. Joe Biden's broken promise to avoid war with Russia could lead to Armageddon 2022-10-17T04:00:00Z Defeated rival Sunak, House of Commons leader Penny Mordaunt and popular Defense Secretary Ben Wallace are among the names being mentioned as potential replacements. UK leader Liz Truss goes from triumph to trouble in 6 weeks 2022-10-16T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin told reporters in Brussels this past week. Russia’s escalation won’t turn tide of the war, analysts say 2022-10-15T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said that getting those systems to Ukraine would take time. Russia’s airstrikes, intended to show force, reveal another weakness 2022-10-14T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin at a meeting of defense leaders this week. US sending $725 million more in military aid to Ukraine 2022-10-14T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and Gen. Mark A. Milley, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, stressed the resolve of the United States and other allies to get Ukraine more. NATO countries offer handful of new pledges amid Ukrainian pleas on air defense 2022-10-13T04:00:00Z And so he did, telling acting Defense Secretary Chris Miller on speakerphone that there were senators still in hideaway spaces and imploring him to send in the Maryland National Guard. New Jan. 6 footage shows Pelosi, leaders as crisis unfolded 2022-10-13T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin made the remarks affirming America's commitment to NATO's collective defense following repeated nuclear threats by Russian President Vladimir Putin amid battlefield setbacks in his nearly eight-month-long invasion of Ukraine. U.S. says to defend "every inch" of NATO as nuclear planning group meets 2022-10-13T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on Wednesday said allies are committed to sending weapons “as fast as we can physically get them there.” EXPLAINER: US weapons systems Ukraine will or won’t get 2022-10-12T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said on Wednesday he expected that Ukraine would do everything it could throughout the winter to regain its territory. Britain to donate air defence missiles to Ukraine 2022-10-12T04:00:00Z In March, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin announced the creation of an independent committee to review the military’s mental health and suicide prevention programs. As suicides rise, U.S. military seeks to address mental health 2022-10-10T04:00:00Z In March Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin announced the creation of an independent committee to review the military’s mental health and suicide prevention programs. As suicides rise, US military seeks to address mental health 2022-10-09T04:00:00Z The new counterterrorism rules are distinct from Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III’s efforts to strengthen the Pentagon procedures aimed at preventing civilian deaths in military operations generally. White House Tightens Rules on Counterterrorism Drone Strikes 2022-10-07T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and other security and government officials, the military said. Pakistan’s army chief meets with US defense secretary 2022-10-05T04:00:00Z British Defense Secretary Ben Wallace said many nations in Europe had become complacent after the collapse of the Soviet Union, and that Russian President Vladimir Putin has become “in a sense, a gift to NATO.” Britain’s Wallace calls Ukraine war a ‘wakeup call’ for NATO 2022-10-04T04:00:00Z “He raised it several times, eventually asking a stunned Defense Secretary Mark Esper whether the United States could indeed bomb the labs,” according to a new book by New York Times reporter Maggie Haberman. Trump weighed bombing drug labs in Mexico after he mistook adviser, new book shows 2022-09-28T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin cheered Lyman's capture, saying it would create new problems for Russia's military. Ukraine celebrates capturing key town, Putin ally mulls possible nuclear response 2022-10-02T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on Saturday cheered Ukraine's capture of the key bastion of Lyman from Russia in eastern Ukraine, saying it was an encouraging battlefield success that would create new dilemmas for Russia's military. U.S. cheers Ukraine's "significant" battlefield success at Lyman 2022-10-01T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said it was still too soon to point a finger and a full investigation was needed. Nord Stream gas 'sabotage': who's being blamed and why? 2022-09-30T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said on Thursday it was still too soon to speculate who might have been behind the Nord Stream pipeline ruptures. Pentagon chief: Too soon to say who might be behind Nord Stream pipeline ruptures 2022-09-30T04:00:00Z Gen. Christopher G. Cavoli, the top American officer in Europe, recently presented a proposal outlining the changes to Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III, the officials said. Pentagon Plans to Set Up a New Command to Arm Ukraine, Officials Say 2022-09-29T04:00:00Z Gil Cisneros, undersecretary for personnel, told reporters that Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin ordered the moves, which also include programs to expand child care and make it easier for spouses to find work. Pentagon lays out new food, housing programs for troops 2022-09-22T04:00:00Z British Defense Secretary Ben Wallace recently put Russian losses at over 25,000 dead. Cornered by war, Putin makes another nuclear threat 2022-09-21T04:00:00Z British Defense Secretary Ben Wallace described Putin’s mobilization announcement as “an admission that his invasion is failing.” Putin sets partial military call-up, says he won’t ‘bluff’ on nukes 2022-09-21T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III announced in early September that Washington would send an additional $675 million in military supplies to Ukraine, the 20th drawdown from Pentagon stockpiles since the war began. U.S. Shores Up Ukraine Support as Energy Crisis in Europe Looms 2022-09-20T04:00:00Z U.S. officials, including Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, have underscored this year that the United States does not support Taiwan independence. Analysis: Biden hints at risky policy shift on Taiwan independence 2022-09-19T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin took part in the two-day session of the board last week. Xi arrives in Central Asia, plans talks with Putin 2022-09-14T04:00:00Z He delivered forceful remarks after attending a wreath-laying ceremony at the Pentagon with Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and Gen. Mark A. Milley. Biden, U.S. hold somber 9/11 remembrances as legacy questions linger 2022-09-11T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin described recent successes in Kherson and Kharkiv as “very, very encouraging.” Ukrainian forces retake key villages as counteroffensive advances 2022-09-09T04:00:00Z For example, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin directed commanding officers last year to institute a one-day stand-down to address extremism. FBI: Soldier linked to racist post, online extremism 2022-09-09T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said on Friday that Ukrainian forces were having some success in their operations in Kharkiv and Kherson. Ukraine success in Kherson, Kharkiv encouraging -Pentagon chief 2022-09-09T04:00:00Z Blinken’s visit occurred as Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin presided over a multinational meeting of defense chiefs in support of Ukraine at Ramstein Air Base in Germany. Blinken, in Kyiv, pledges to support Ukraine ‘for as long as it takes’ 2022-09-08T04:00:00Z The test was originally scheduled for March but was put off by Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin in March in the wake of Russia’s decision to invade neighboring Ukraine just weeks earlier. Pentagon tests multi-warhead ICBM after delays 2022-09-08T04:00:00Z The financing comes on top of a $675 million package of heavy weaponry, ammunition and armored vehicles for Ukraine alone that Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin announced earlier Thursday at a conference in Ramstein, Germany. Blinken, in Kyiv, unveils $2B in U.S. military aid for Europe 2022-09-08T04:00:00Z British Defense Secretary Ben Wallace on Monday estimated Russian dead at over 25,000, with wounded, captured and deserters bringing the overall number of losses to more than 80,000. Decrying Ukraine war, Russian soldier seeks refuge in France 2022-09-07T04:00:00Z The Naming Commission, as it is concisely known, must submit a final report to Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin by Oct. Opinion | At West Point, a historical commission checks facts and takes names 2022-09-02T04:00:00Z House Republicans are pressing Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin to drop the COVID-19 vaccine mandate for National Guard members, saying the policy is hurting recruiting and affecting military readiness. House GOP urges Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin to drop vaccine mandate on National Guard 2022-09-01T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said in a statement that Biden had approved a meritorious unit commendation, a mid-level award that recognizes laudable service. A year after Afghanistan evacuation, Biden backs new military awards 2022-08-31T04:00:00Z The resulting directive issued by Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is, at least on paper, impressively detailed and far-reaching. Opinion | Plans to prevent civilian casualties leave crucial questions unanswered 2022-08-30T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin contacted her Monday “to express his regrets and his condolences.” Dutch defense minister concerned at US gun violence 2022-08-30T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin rejected a similar D.C. request earlier this month, and Mayor Muriel Bowser had said she would send an amended, “more specific” proposal. Pentagon rejects DC request for National Guard migrant help 2022-08-22T04:00:00Z Mayor Muriel Bowser, in her second request for National Guard support, told Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin last week that most migrants stay up to 72 hours before moving on to their final destinations. Asylum seekers caught in political battle in NYC, Washington 2022-08-22T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Gen. Mark A. Milley both had senior command positions in the Middle East in the past two decades. Opinion | Where is the accountability for burn pits? 2022-08-19T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin visited Thailand in June as part of an effort to strengthen what he called America’s “unparalleled network of alliances and partnerships” in the region. China sending fighter jets to Thailand for joint exercises 2022-08-13T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin to Thailand in June as part of an effort to strengthen what he called America’s “unparalleled network of alliances and partnerships” in the region. China sending fighter jets to Thailand for joint exercises 2022-08-12T04:00:00Z The Naming Commission recommendations must still meet the approval of Congress and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin. Breaking with the cult of the Confederacy 2022-08-12T04:00:00Z |
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