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July 20, 2022
Defense Leaders Meet to Bolster Ukraine Support

Defense leaders from some 50 nations met as part of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group to discuss the ongoing international support provided to Ukraine as it fights to maintain its sovereignty following Russia's illegal invasion.
July 13, 2022
Austin, Marles Discuss Future of Australia, U.S. Alliance

Bound together by shared history, deep friendship and common values, the United States and Australia are standing strong to counter Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said.
July 13, 2022
Dutch, U.S. Defense Leaders Work to Strengthen Ties

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III discussed the importance of the NATO alliance and the next steps in opposing Russia's invasion of Ukraine with Dutch Defense Minister Kajsa Ollongren at the Pentagon.
July 1, 2022
New Eucom Leader Assumes Command Amid War in Ukraine

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III presided as Air Force Gen. Tod Wolters passed command of U.S. European Command to Army Gen. Christopher Cavoli in a ceremony at Patch Barracks, Germany.
June 30, 2022
Biden Says NATO Meets Challenges of Today, Prepares to Counter Threats of Tomorrow

NATO's Madrid Summit has been about answering the challenge Russia has made to Ukraine and all countries by Vladimir Putin's unprovoked war and strengthening the alliance, President Joe Biden said.
June 17, 2022
Stoltenberg Details NATO Progress in Deterrence, Defense

Russia's invasion of Ukraine dominated the NATO defense ministers' meeting in Brussels, but the ministers — including Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III — also considered a range of actions and programs in preparation for the Madrid Summit.
June 16, 2022
NATO Defense Leaders Set Stage for Alliance Decisions at Madrid Summit

NATO leaders are making long-term plans to deter and defend every inch of alliance territory, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said.
June 15, 2022
More Than 50 Nations Pledge to Help Build Ukraine's Defense

Following its most recent meeting, the Ukraine Defense Contact Group will "move even faster and push even harder" to get military capabilities into the hands of Ukrainian forces battling Russian invaders, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said.
June 13, 2022
Austin: How the U.S. Walks, Chews Gum at the Same Time

The Indo-Pacific is a U.S. national security strategy priority, but the United States is a global power with global interests and responsibilities, and "we are walking and chewing gum at the same time," Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said in Bangkok.
June 13, 2022
Austin Impressed by Partnership and Professionalism Exhibited by U.S. Unit in Thailand

The U.S. military effort in Thailand is truly a joint endeavor and Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III had the opportunity to see it as he met with soldiers, sailors, airmen and Marines of the Joint U.S. Military Advisory Group – Thailand.