Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III underscored the United States’ commitment to Iraq’s continued sovereignty and security during a meeting with Iraqi Defense Minister Muhammad al-Abbasi at the Pentagon.
Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III reaffirmed the United States’ unwavering support for Ukraine as it relates to that country’s ongoing conflict with Russia during a phone call with Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov, the Pentagon announced.
Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III and Estonian Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur discussed strengthening NATO’s deterrence and defense, and continued joint exercises between the two nations during a meeting at the Pentagon.
The United States has vital interests on the African continent and will protect those interests in concert with African nations, the deputy assistant secretary of defense for Africa said.
