Secretary of the Air Force International Affairs

Nov. 2, 2023
Senate confirms Allvin as Air Force’s 23rd chief of staff

Allvin, who was nominated for the job by President Biden, formerly served as Air Force Vice Chief of Staff. He succeeds Gen. CQ Brown, Jr., who is now serving as chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
Nov. 2, 2023
National Armaments Directors Focus on Long-Term Support for Ukraine

As the conflict in Ukraine surpassed its 600th day, national armaments directors from more than 40 countries, the European Union and NATO gathered in Brussels to discuss long-term support for Ukraine.
Nov. 2, 2023
Qatari Delegation, 18 SDS enhance global SDA through SSA sharing agreement

Qatari Maj. Gen. Abdulaziz Al Doseri, Advisor to Qatar’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defense Affairs for Space and Telecommunications, middle-left, shakes hand with U.S. Space Force Lt. Col. Jordan O.E. Mugg, 18th Space Defense Squadron (18 SDS) commander, in front of the 18 SDS
Nov. 1, 2023
Intelligence Official Underscores Importance of Partnerships

The United States' ability to rely on a growing network of allies and partners is key to maintaining its advantage in the Indo-Pacific and beyond, a senior defense intelligence official said.
Nov. 1, 2023
U.S. Air Forces in Europe – Air Forces Africa Deputy Commander attends 2nd Africa Air Force Forum

The Senegalese Air Force hosted more than 300 representatives from several nations at the 2nd Africa Air Force Forum (AAFF), in Dakar, Senegal, Oct. 25-26, 2023.
Oct. 31, 2023
Seoul ADEX 23 concludes, partnerships thrive

More than 220,000 people attended the Seoul International Aerospace and Defense Exhibition 2023, held Oct. 17 – 22, including 114 military distinguished visitors from 55 countries. Approximately 200 personnel and 12 different aircraft from the U.S. military were present, showcasing their
Oct. 31, 2023
Black Hawk Helicopters on Accelerated Delivery to Australia

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III noted that some of the Black Hawks have already arrived in Australia, with more to follow.
Oct. 31, 2023
Austin, Blinken Ask for Funds to Defend Embattled Democracies

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III and Secretary of State Antony Blinken made the case for funding to aid two democracies fighting for survival: Israel and Ukraine.
Oct. 31, 2023
Turkish Air Force integrates with U.S. Bombers in long-planned mission

U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancers assigned to the 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron arrived Tuesday, at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, for a historic hot-pit refuel as part of a long-planned bomber task force mission.
Oct. 30, 2023
DOD Continues Efforts to Support Israel, Limit Spread of War

The Defense Department remains focused on getting Israel the military capabilities it needs as it continues its battles against the Hamas terror group, a senior defense official said.