Secretary of the Air Force International Affairs

Oct. 24, 2023
Practice how you play: 50th SFS partners with NATO, Special Operations Forces

As dust swirled in the air, the aircraft made its descent, casting an ominous shadow on the dirt. The sound of the helicopter roared through the field as the sun beamed down. One by one, Soldiers exited the aircraft, stealthily but hurried. With rifles in hand, the green berets made their way to
Oct. 20, 2023
In Finland, Hokanson Sees a Country’s Cold Will to Defend Itself

The National Guard’s top officer recently visited Finland as part of a larger Northern European itinerary to strengthen the Guard’s security cooperation ties in the region.
Oct. 19, 2023
Austin Says Croatia's Support for Ukraine Is Commendable

Croatia's commitment to Ukraine consists of numerous military equipment donations, including all of its Mi-8 helicopters, as well as humanitarian assistance, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said.
Oct. 18, 2023
U.S., U.K. Defense Leaders Consult on Israel, Ukraine, AUKUS and More

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III and British Defense Secretary Grant Shapps discussed the Hamas attack on Israel and the continuing Russian invasion of Ukraine during Pentagon meetings.
Oct. 18, 2023
Maryland Air Guard, Estonian Partners Focus on Cyber Defense

The Maryland Air National Guard partnered with Estonia’s Cyber Command Sept. 17-20 to host the cybersecurity exercise Baltic Blitz 23.
Oct. 12, 2023
NATO Defense Ministers Deal With Range of Alliance Issues

NATO defense ministers discussed progress made in strengthening deterrence in the region and the various NATO missions and operations during a defense ministerial in Brussels.
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. 5, 2023
After U.S. Downs Turkish Drone in Syria, Focus Remains on Defeat ISIS Mission

An American F-16 fighter aircraft shot down a Turkish unmanned aerial vehicle that had been observed conducting airstrikes in a U.S.-restricted operating zone about a kilometer from U.S. forces in Syria.
Oct. 5, 2023
Recover the air base: 18 NATO countries participate in multinational CBRN exercise

NATO Exercise Toxic Trip 23, the largest Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) exercise for NATO allies and partners, was held at Koksijde Air Base, Belgium, Sept. 23-29, 2023, with approximately 500 participants from 18 NATO countries.