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Oct. 12, 2023
U.S. B-1B Lancers arrive in the UK for BTF 24-1

More than 100 Airmen and B-1B Lancer aircraft assigned to the 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron from Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, deployed to RAF Fairford, United Kingdom, Thursday for Bomber Task Force-Europe 24-1.
Oct. 11, 2023
CMSSF embarks on first overseas visit, fostering partnership and inspiration

With only a few days in his new seat, the service’s newest ranking Senior Enlisted Leader, Chief Master Sgt. of the Space Force John F. Bentivegna joined Chief of Space Operations Gen. Chance Saltzman on a visit to the Indo-Pacific region Sept. 18-26 to reinforce the U.S.-Japan Alliance and bolster
Oct. 11, 2023
U.S. Aims to Bolster Ukraine's Long-Term Air Defense Capabilities

The U.S. will lead a newly formed coalition focused on developing Ukraine's air force in a bid to bolster that country's long-term capability to defend itself against Russian aggression, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said.
Oct. 11, 2023
SECAF visits Sheppard AFB

Kendall spoke with Airmen from across the wing and community leaders to learn about the base’s challenges and improvements within day-to-day operations. He visited multiple squadrons and agencies to see how they’re modernizing classrooms and impacting Airmen in training.
Oct. 11, 2023
Washington Guard Joins Exercise with Partners in Malaysia

Nine Washington National Guard members from the 194th Wing and Medical Command participated in the Indo-Pacific Military Health Exchange in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Sept. 26-29.
Oct. 10, 2023
U.S. Flowing Military Supplies to Israel, as Country Battles Hamas Terrorists

The United States will make sure Israel has what it needs to take care of its citizens, defend itself and respond to the Hamas attack, President Joe Biden said.
Oct. 10, 2023
U.S. Says July Ouster of Niger's Government Was a Coup

The State Department announced that the U.S. officially recognizes the illegal July overthrow of the government of Niger as a coup.
Oct. 9, 2023
U.S. Helps Israel Defend Against Hamas Attacks

The United States is surging support to Israel, a senior defense official said, including air defense capabilities and munitions, and is also bolstering U.S. presence in the region.
Oct. 6, 2023
Air Force Reserve concludes exercise in Indo-Pacific

The 22nd Air Force conducted a two-week long exercise, with more than 15 units participating in this year’s Rally in the Pacific exercise, Sept. 9-23, 2023. The exercise was held in the Indo-Pacific region, primarily Guam, Palau and the Philippines, with the main operating location out of Pohakuloa
Oct. 5, 2023
WAANG, ORANG, and Royal Thai Air Force participate in first ever Enduring Partners engagement

Airmen from the Washington Air National Guard’s 141st Air Refueling Wing and the Oregon Air National Guard’s 142nd Wing participated in the first ever Enduring Partners engagement with the Royal Thai Air Force Sept. 11-21 at Korat Royal Thai Air Base in Thailand.