Secretary of the Air Force International Affairs

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.
March 8, 2024
Biden Issues Wake-Up Call for Americans on Threats to Democracy

President Joe Biden used the State of the Union speech to alert Americans to the challenges against democracy abroad and at home.
Feb. 17, 2024
Harris Underscores Commitment to Continue Supporting Ukraine

Vice President Kamala Harris underscored the United States' commitment to continue supporting Ukraine after meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Feb. 16, 2024
Harris Affirms U.S. Commitment to Stand With Allies, Lead in 'Unsettled Times'

Vice President Kamala Harris underscored the critical role of U.S. leadership as world leaders confront global conflicts and threats to international peace and stability.
Jan. 16, 2024
Collaboration Is Key to Implementing DOD Industrial Base Strategy

DOD will continue to work closely across agencies and with industry partners as it implements its strategy for strengthening the defense industrial base to meet the future needs of the warfighter.
Jan. 12, 2024
DOD Releases First Defense Industrial Strategy

The National Defense Industrial Strategy lays out long-term priorities that will guide DOD actions and resource prioritization with the aim of creating a modern, resilient defense industrial ecosystem.
Dec. 19, 2023
Austin Lauds Key Partnerships in Middle East

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III praised the strong defense ties between the U.S. and Qatar as he met with senior Qatari leaders at Al Udeid Air Base in the Gulf nation.
Dec. 4, 2023
Israel, Ukraine, Taiwan Support Ironclad, But Congress Could Help, Vice Chairman Says

Congress could pass a budget with supplementary funding that would ensure robust continuation of DOD support to Israel, Ukraine and Taiwan, Navy Adm. Christopher W. Grady said.
Dec. 2, 2023
Austin: In Troubling Times, World Needs U.S. Leadership

As the world considers the repercussions of Russia's invasion of Ukraine and the brutal Hamas terrorist attack on Israel, it also considers what the role of the United States will be — and what its role must be is leadership, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said.
Nov. 22, 2023
Austin Kicks Off Meeting on Ukraine Defense

Collectively, the countries that comprise the Ukraine Defense Contact Group have committed more than $80 billion in security assistance to Ukraine since Russia launched its invasion and will remain steadfast in their support, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said.