June 5, 2023 Defense Official Says U.S. Remains Committed to Middle East With more than 30,000 troops in the Middle East at multiple locations, the United States' commitment to the Middle East hasn't changed, the deputy assistant secretary of defense for the Middle East said.
Dec. 9, 2021 Iran Top Priority for U.S., Israel Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III and Israeli Defense Minister Benjamin "Benny" Gantz discussed shared concerns regarding the aggressive actions of the Iranian government during a closed meeting a the Pentagon.
Aug. 9, 2021 US-Israeli training builds capabilities, partnerships, readiness Army and Air Force civil engineers recently partnered with Israeli Air Force engineers to successfully test new airfield damage repair technologies in Israel.
July 29, 2021 US, Israel conclude Juniper Falcon 21-2 In support of long-standing, bilateral agreements, military members from the U.S. European Command and the Israel Defense Forces held exercise Juniper Falcon 21-2 at various locations in Israel, July 23-28.
April 12, 2021 Netanyahu, Austin Agree U.S., Israeli Relationship Like a Family The United States and Israel are more than just allies, Israeli Prime Minister Bibi Netanyahu and Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said following meetings in Jerusalem, "We are family."
April 11, 2021 Austin Says U.S. Commitment to Israel Remains 'Ironclad' Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III reiterated American support and commitment to Israel during his talks with Israeli Defense Minister Benny Gantz in Tel Aviv.
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.
Oct. 22, 2020 Esper Repeats U.S. Commitment to Guarantee Israel's Qualitative Edge During an impromptu press conference, Defense Secretary Dr. Mark. T. Esper reaffirmed the U.S. commitment to maintain Israel's qualitative superiority in weapons sales.
Oct. 2, 2020 Israeli air force attaches engage with Dover AFB leaders during FMS A load team from the 436th Aerial Port Squadron loads a pallet of equipment onto an Israeli air force Boeing 707 Sept. 15, 2020, at Dover Air Force Base, Delaware, as part of a foreign military sales operation.
Sept. 22, 2020 U.S., Israeli Defense Relationship 'Stronger Than Ever,' Esper Says Defense Secretary Dr. Mark T. Esper promised Israeli Defense Minister Benny Gantz that the United States would maintain Israel's qualitative edge in the Middle East.