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March 15, 2023
What Happens in Ukraine Matters to the World, Austin Says

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III and Army Gen. Mark A. Milley, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, spoke to reporters following a meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group, which comprises nations working to supply Ukraine what it needs to combat Russia's invasion.
March 14, 2023
AUKUS Plan Looks to Shore up Deterrence, Promote Stability

The leaders of Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States announced a pathway that will increase the ability of the nations to deter aggression and contribute to stability in the Indo-Pacific, and globally.
March 6, 2023
On Middle East Tour, Austin Talks Partnerships With Jordanian King

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III met with King Abdullah II of Jordan as part of a multiday tour of partner nations in the Middle East, emphasizing the continuing U.S. commitment to Middle Eastern partner nations.
March 4, 2023
During Middle East Trip, Austin Touts Commitment to Partners, Security

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III embarked on a multiday trip to meet with civil and military leaders in the Middle East to reenforce the U.S. commitment to partnerships and security in the region.
March 1, 2023
Allies, Partners Central to U.S. Integrated Deterrence Effort

Within the 2022 National Defense Strategy, integrated deterrence — including increased partnerships with allies and partners — plays a central role to defending against both the acute and strategic threats posed by China and Russia.
Feb. 16, 2023
Austin Assures Baltic States of U.S. Commitment

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III visited Estonia and re-emphasized that the United States is totally dedicated to the defense of the Baltic republics.
Feb. 15, 2023
Russian Invasion Changed Security Calculations Worldwide, Austin Says

The outcome of Russia's unprovoked war in Ukraine is profoundly important to Ukraine, Europe and all nations of the world, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said at the end of the NATO defense ministers' meeting in Brussels.
Feb. 14, 2023
Austin: Contact Group Continues Stand With Ukrainian People

After almost a year, the free world still stands with Ukraine as it defends its liberty and sovereignty, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said at the conclusion of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group meeting in Brussels.
Feb. 10, 2023
Canada, U.S. Support NORAD Modernization

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III and Canadian Defense Minister Anita Anand discussed modernization of the North American Aerospace Defense Command and military assistance for Ukraine's defense at a meeting at the Pentagon.
Feb. 9, 2023
DOD Is Focused on China, Defense Official Says

China remains the pacing challenge for the U.S. government, a Defense Department official stressed to the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.