Secretary of the Air Force International Affairs > News - Tag NATO

Feb. 28, 2023
NCOs Key to Ukrainian Military Successes Against Russia 

Since 2014, the United States has sent Ukraine more than $32.4 billion in security assistance, and while the transfer of equipment is important in Ukraine's defense, the training aspect of this aid may have longer-term implications.
Feb. 28, 2023
Defense Officials: U.S. Ensures Accountability of Systems Supplied to Ukraine

Even as the U.S. focuses on getting Ukraine what it needs, it has always prioritized accountability and Ukraine has too, the undersecretary of defense for policy told a House panel.
Feb. 24, 2023
Austin Says World is Resolute in Supporting Ukraine

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III spoke by phone to Ukraine's defense minister on the one-year anniversary of the Russian invasion, praising Ukrainians for their courage and resolve.
Feb. 23, 2023
B-52 Stratofortresses to flyby part of Estonia Independence Day celebration events

Two B-52 aircraft assigned to 5th Bomb Wing from Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota is scheduled to conduct a low approach flyby to help celebrate Estonia’s Independence Day February 24.
Feb. 22, 2023
NATO members visit DEL 8

Space Delta 8 and the 2nd Space Operations Squadron hosted visitors from NATO at Schriever Space Force Base, Colo., Feb. 13, 2023. The NATO delegation sought to gain improved understanding of Space Force operations and organization. The delegation included German Air Force Brig. Gen. Christoph
Feb. 21, 2023
Biden: 'Ukraine Will Never Be a Victory for Russia. Never'

After an unprecedented visit to Ukraine, President Joe Biden told a crowd in Warsaw, Poland, that "brutality will never grind down the will of a free Ukraine."
Feb. 18, 2023
Harris Emphasizes Moral, Strategic Importance of Support to Ukraine

Vice President Kamala Harris spoke to the Munich Security Conference, reaffirming U.S. determination to support Ukraine in its struggle against Russian invaders.
Feb. 16, 2023
Austin Assures Baltic States of U.S. Commitment

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III visited Estonia and re-emphasized that the United States is totally dedicated to the defense of the Baltic republics.
Feb. 15, 2023
Russian Invasion Changed Security Calculations Worldwide, Austin Says

The outcome of Russia's unprovoked war in Ukraine is profoundly important to Ukraine, Europe and all nations of the world, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said at the end of the NATO defense ministers' meeting in Brussels.
Feb. 14, 2023
Austin: Contact Group Continues Stand With Ukrainian People

After almost a year, the free world still stands with Ukraine as it defends its liberty and sovereignty, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said at the conclusion of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group meeting in Brussels.