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April 17, 2023
Partnered Commitment to Ukraine Unlikely to be Deterred by Recent Intel Leaks

It's unlikely that public knowledge of the contents of recently leaked intelligence documents will affect ongoing efforts by the Ukraine Defense Contact Group to provide security assistance to Ukraine, a senior defense official said.
April 13, 2023
Austin Says Latvia Is a Valued NATO Partner

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III hosted an enhanced honor cordon and meeting to welcome Latvian Defense Minister Inara Murniece to the Pentagon.
April 12, 2023
U.S., Ukraine Leaders Discuss Ongoing Needs, Continuing Support

Ukraine's battle against Russian invaders continues to inspire Americans with the daily examples of Ukrainians' courage and resilience, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said.
April 4, 2023
Finland's Accession to NATO Strengthens Alliance Security

NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg welcomed Finland as its flag was raised alongside those of the 30 other nations in the alliance during a ceremony in Brussels.
March 30, 2023
U.S.-Romanian Defense Leaders Discuss Strategic Partnership

The U.S.-Romania strategic partnership has never been stronger or more relevant, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said as he met with Romanian Defense Minister Angel Tilvar at the Pentagon.
March 28, 2023
Competition With China Drives FY 2024 Budget Request

With China as a pacing challenge, investment in the Indo-Pacific region is a big part of the fiscal year 2024 defense budget request, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said.
March 23, 2023
Austin Asks Congress to Support Defense Budget Request

The fiscal 2024 defense budget request of $842 billion is needed to deter and counter the threats of today and those that may arise in the future, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III told the House Appropriations defense subcommittee.
March 21, 2023
NATO Chief Takes Stock of Challenging Year, Vows More Progress

NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg unveiled his annual report for 2022 during a news conference in Brussels, noting the countries of the alliance rose to the challenge of Russia's illegal and brutal invasion of Ukraine.
March 16, 2023
Official Says Just-In-Time Deliveries Fail in High-End Competition

Fostering a resilient and robust industrial base is a priority for the Defense Department's acquisition and sustainment community, said William A. LaPlante, undersecretary of defense for A&S.
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.