Nov. 20, 2021 Austin: U.S. 'Committed to Preventing Iran From Gaining a Nuclear Weapon' America's allies and partners in the Middle East and elsewhere share deep concerns about the Iranian government's destabilizing actions, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said.
Nov. 18, 2021 Austin: U.S. Will Work With Ukraine, Allies to Counter Russian Aggression Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III welcomed his Ukrainian counterpart, Defense Minister Oleksii Reznikov, to the Pentagon, reaffirming America's unwavering support for Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Nov. 17, 2021 Austin Calls Russian Behavior 'Troubling,' Aims to Assure Middle East Allies of U.S. Commitment Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III will travel to the Middle East to consult with allies and assure them of the United States' unwavering commitment to security in the region.
Nov. 16, 2021 U.S., Norwegian Defense Leaders Discuss High North Strategy, Dealing With Russia Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III hosted Norwegian Defense Minister Odd Roger Enoksen for meetings at the Pentagon, following up on discussions they held during the NATO Defense Ministerial last month.
Nov. 3, 2021 U.S.-Singapore Partnership Central to Expanding Regional Security, Prosperity The United States and Singapore have stood alongside each other through numerous challenges, including the coronavirus pandemic and Afghanistan evacuation, highlighting the strength of the partnership, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said.
Oct. 29, 2021 Austin Emphasizes Importance of Working With Partners in Central, South America U.S. Southern Command's work is vital to American security, interests and values. When there's instability or a crisis nearby, it can echo at home, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said during a Southcom change of command ceremony.
Oct. 29, 2021 U.S., Slovak Defense Officials Discuss Bilateral Cooperation Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III and the Slovak Defense Minister Jaroslav Nad' discussed relations between the two NATO allies and the best way ahead for their bilateral partnership.
Oct. 27, 2021 China's Capabilities Growth Shows Why U.S. Sees Nation as Pacing Challenge Army Gen. Mark A. Milley pointed to China's recent test of a hypersonic weapon system as an example of why the U.S. military is concerned about Chinese intentions.
Oct. 22, 2021 NATO Leaders Stress Unity at Conclusion of Defense Ministerial Both Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III and NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg stressed alliance unity at the end of the defense ministerial meeting in Brussels.
Oct. 20, 2021 NATO Secretary General Details Agenda for Defense Meeting NATO defense ministers are meeting in Belgium to chart the course for the alliance as it modernizes and adapts to a world dominated by strategic competition, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg said.