Month: January 2024

Analyzing the present, to prepare for the future.

Austin Urges Continued Support for Ukraine

The U.S. remains determined to work alongside its allies to support Ukraine in its fight against Russian aggression, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said.

U.S., Partners Launch Additional Strikes Against Houthi Military Targets

U.S. and partner forces launched additional defensive strikes against military targets in Houthi-controlled parts of Yemen aimed at further diminishing the terrorist group’s capabilities.

DOD Awarded More Than $55 Million for Base Energy Efficiency Projects

Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen Hicks said the grants provide DOD with the opportunity to strengthen its energy resilience and operational capabilities while improving quality of life for the force.

U.S. Continues Protection Mission in Middle East, Convenes Ukraine Defense Group Meeting

The United States continues to protect shipping in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden, and continues to defend against attacks on American forces in Iraq and Syria by Iranian supported groups, the deputy Pentagon press secretary said.

Military Health System Stabilization: Rebuilding Health Care Access Is Critical to Patient’s Well-Being

The Defense Department is on a mission to get the right people into the right military hospital or clinic at the right time—both medical staff and patients. 

For Service Members, Access to Mental Health Care Streamlined Under Brandon Act

The Brandon Act has greatly simplified and sped up the process of helping service members get mental health treatment if they need it.

U.S. Conducts Defensive Strikes on Houthi Missiles

U.S. Central Command forces conducted defensive strikes on two Houthi antiship missiles that were aimed into the southern Red Sea, Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh said.

Pentagon Official Says DOD, Ukraine Defense Funding Are Important to U.S. Security

As Congress continues deliberations on the fiscal 2024 budget, the Defense Department is operating under a continuing resolution, Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh said.