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. 24, 2024 Two Years in, Russia's War on Ukraine Continues to Pose Threat to Global Security Russia's invasion and unprovoked war of aggression against Ukraine is not just an assault on Ukrainian freedom and liberty, but also a threat to global order, U.S. officials said.
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. 12, 2023 Biden Pledges U.S. 'Will Not Walk Away From Ukraine' President Joe Biden announced the approval of the latest round of military assistance to Ukraine, valued at $200 million, which includes critically needed air defense interceptors, artillery and ammunition.
Nov. 3, 2023 Ukraine Defense Package Includes Missiles, Air Defense The latest package includes security assistance from DOD inventories valued at up to $125 million, using assistance authorized for Ukraine during prior fiscal years under presidential drawdown authority.
Oct. 20, 2023 Biden Asks Congress to Approve Fiscal '24 Supplemental Request President Joe Biden has asked Congress to approve a supplemental budget request for fiscal 2024 that will allow Ukraine to continue its fight against Russian invaders and deliver military capabilities to Israel.
Oct. 20, 2023 Biden Says U.S. Leadership Vital, Pledges Support for Israel and Ukraine President Joe Biden underscored the importance of the United States' continued leadership amid what he said is a critical time for democracies around the globe.
Oct. 10, 2023 U.S. Flowing Military Supplies to Israel, as Country Battles Hamas Terrorists The United States will make sure Israel has what it needs to take care of its citizens, defend itself and respond to the Hamas attack, President Joe Biden said.
Oct. 9, 2023 U.S. Helps Israel Defend Against Hamas Attacks The United States is surging support to Israel, a senior defense official said, including air defense capabilities and munitions, and is also bolstering U.S. presence in the region.
Sept. 28, 2023 Cooperation Is Key to U.S. Success in 'Decisive Decade' Teamwork and cooperation are key to success in this "decisive decade," said Derek H. Chollet, President Joe Biden's nominee for undersecretary of defense for policy.