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April 15, 2021
Partnerships Are Vital to U.S. Military, Security Challenges in Europe

U.S. partnerships and alliances are critical to combatting unwelcome actions by adversaries, such as those stemming from Russian aggression, two key defense officials told the House Armed Services Committee.
April 14, 2021
Austin Says NATO, U.S. Forces Will Leave Afghanistan, Continue Support to Afghan Forces

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III wholeheartedly supports President Joe Biden's decision to end America's longest war by September 11.
April 14, 2021
Austin Arrives in Brussels to Revitalize U.S. Engagement With NATO Allies

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III arrived in Brussels for meetings with NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg. It's the first in-person meeting since the COVID-19 pandemic began.
April 13, 2021
General Says NATO Prepared to Respond to Aggression Should Deterrence Fail

Commanders testified at a Senate hearing regarding tensions on the Russia-Ukraine border and the ability of U.S. allies to move large numbers of forces quickly over great distances.
April 11, 2021
Austin Travels to Middle East, Europe to Strengthen Ties With Allies

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III is traveling to the Middle East and Europe to consult with some of America's closest allies, with an eye toward "revitalizing" America's relationships.
April 1, 2021
Defense Secretary Highlights Commitment to Allies, Partners, Kirby Says

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said that the efforts of the U.S., Japan, Australia and India are important in countering the malign influence of China in the region, Pentagon Press Secretary John F. Kirby said during a briefing today.
March 21, 2021
Austin Meets With Afghan, U.S., Coalition Leaders; Gathers Info to Aid Biden Decision on U.S. Effort

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III met Afghan, American and coalition leaders in Kabul to better understand the situation in Afghanistan and see the way forward to a just peace.
March 15, 2021
Steering Committee gives resounding 'yes' to ENJJPT 2030 initiative

The 81st meeting of the Euro-NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training Program Steering Committee wrapped up weeklong discussions March 12, 2021, giving its leadership at Sheppard Air Force Base the thumbs-up to move forward with several initiatives, including ENJJPT 2030.
March 5, 2021
ENJJPT set to host 81st steering committee meeting virtually

The 81st meeting of the Euro-NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training Program Steering Committee is set to begin March 8, 2021, a biannual gathering of partner nations to discuss the program and plans for the future.
March 5, 2021
Bone Saw: 9th EBS integrates with NATO allies

Two B-1s and aircrew assigned to the 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron conducted a Bomber Task Force Europe mission, Bone Saw, March 3, 2021.