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Oct. 30, 2023
DOD Continues Efforts to Support Israel, Limit Spread of War

The Defense Department remains focused on getting Israel the military capabilities it needs as it continues its battles against the Hamas terror group, a senior defense official said.
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. 18, 2023
U.S., U.K. Defense Leaders Consult on Israel, Ukraine, AUKUS and More

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III and British Defense Secretary Grant Shapps discussed the Hamas attack on Israel and the continuing Russian invasion of Ukraine during Pentagon meetings.
Oct. 17, 2023
DOD Increases Deterrence Posture in Middle East, Continues Aid to Israel

The Defense Department completed five separate C-17 Globemaster III missions to deliver assistance, including munitions, to meet Israel's needs in the wake of the deadly attacks by Hamas terrorists, Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh said.
Oct. 16, 2023
Southcom Aims to Create Maintenance Partnerships With South American Nations

As part of the Theater Maintenance Partnership Initiative, U.S. Southern Command will help partner nations in South America better maintain equipment purchased from the U.S.
Oct. 16, 2023
DOD Remains Resolute in Support of Israel

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III is continuing to coordinate closely with his Israeli counterpart in response to last week's deadly attacks by Hamas terrorists, Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh said.
Oct. 13, 2023
Unity in Action: Elite Forces Converge

U.S. Airmen and Sailors partner up with Aomori Police during a training at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 12, 2023. During the training, police and security forces members integrated to conduct breaching, close-quarter combat, and casualty care training in order to enhance each other abilities.
Oct. 12, 2023
NATO Defense Ministers Deal With Range of Alliance Issues

NATO defense ministers discussed progress made in strengthening deterrence in the region and the various NATO missions and operations during a defense ministerial in Brussels.
Oct. 11, 2023
U.S. Aims to Bolster Ukraine's Long-Term Air Defense Capabilities

The U.S. will lead a newly formed coalition focused on developing Ukraine's air force in a bid to bolster that country's long-term capability to defend itself against Russian aggression, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said.
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.