June 26, 2025 'Historically Successful' Strike on Iranian Nuclear Site Was 15 Years in the Making Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Air Force Gen. Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff held a press briefing to share more details about the success of Operation Midnight Hammer, which had been in the works for 15 years.
Feb. 5, 2025 U.S., DOD's Commitment to Israel Includes Munitions Previously Withheld Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the relationship between the U.S. and Israel is longstanding, and he expects it to continue and grow as the U.S. steps up its commitment to the country, during a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the Pentagon.
Oct. 30, 2023 DOD Continues Efforts to Support Israel, Limit Spread of War The Defense Department remains focused on getting Israel the military capabilities it needs as it continues its battles against the Hamas terror group, a senior defense official said.
Oct. 20, 2023 Biden Says U.S. Leadership Vital, Pledges Support for Israel and Ukraine President Joe Biden underscored the importance of the United States' continued leadership amid what he said is a critical time for democracies around the globe.
Oct. 17, 2023 DOD Increases Deterrence Posture in Middle East, Continues Aid to Israel The Defense Department completed five separate C-17 Globemaster III missions to deliver assistance, including munitions, to meet Israel's needs in the wake of the deadly attacks by Hamas terrorists, Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh said.
Oct. 16, 2023 DOD Remains Resolute in Support of Israel Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III is continuing to coordinate closely with his Israeli counterpart in response to last week's deadly attacks by Hamas terrorists, Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh said.
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. 10, 2023 U.S. Flowing Military Supplies to Israel, as Country Battles Hamas Terrorists The United States will make sure Israel has what it needs to take care of its citizens, defend itself and respond to the Hamas attack, President Joe Biden said.
Oct. 9, 2023 U.S. Helps Israel Defend Against Hamas Attacks The United States is surging support to Israel, a senior defense official said, including air defense capabilities and munitions, and is also bolstering U.S. presence in the region.