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.
Sept. 27, 2023 Austin Pledges Support to African Partners "Africa matters" was the message that Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III delivered during a speech in Luanda, Angola.
Sept. 25, 2023 Austin Praises Kenya's Commitment to Regional Peace Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III and Kenyan Defense Minister Aden Bare Duale underscored their countries' ties by signing a five-year framework for defense cooperation and enhancing interoperability between the two militaries.
Sept. 22, 2023 Austin Lauds Mozambique's Leadership on Regional Security Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III thanked Mozambique President Filipe Nyusi for his leadership in promoting the role of women in security during an enhanced honor cordon and meeting at the Pentagon.
Aug. 21, 2023 Pentagon Policy Official Underscores Defense Ties With Djibouti The longstanding defense relationship between the U.S. and Djibouti is a key facet to peace and stability in a critical region, Mara Karlin, performing the duties of deputy undersecretary of defense for policy, said.
Aug. 18, 2023 Europe/Africa Air Force Chief Cites Lessons From War in Ukraine The U.S. Air Forces Europe and Africa are learning lessons from the Russian invasion of neighboring Ukraine to develop strategies and tactics, Gen. James B. Hecker said.
Aug. 8, 2023 Defense Official Says Force Posture in Niger Is Unchanged The Defense Department paused military training in Niger and has also paused some additional security cooperation efforts as officials continue to monitor events on the ground, Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh said.
July 13, 2023 National Guard's State Partnership Program Marks 30 Years The National Guard's State Partnership Program, which began in 1993 with 13 countries, has grown to 100 nations — more than half the countries in the world.
June 21, 2023 Somali President, Austin Discuss Future, Partnership During Pentagon Meeting Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III welcomed Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud to the Pentagon, praising him for real progress at a very dangerous time.
April 27, 2023 Defense Department Ready to Support State Department Ensuring Safe Passage of Americans in Sudan The Defense Department remains actively engaged with the State Department in monitoring the security situation in Sudan, Air Force Brig. Gen. Pat Ryder said.