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DOD Responds to Attacks, Continues Efforts to Deter Spread of Israel-Hamas War

U.S. service members are looking to deter groups from using the Israel-Hamas war as an opportunity to launch conflict that could engulf the region, Pentagon Press Secretary Air Force Brig. Gen. Pat Ryder said.

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.

Military Well Prepared for Civilian Transition, Official Says

Service members are better prepared for their transition to civilian life today than at any other time in history, the acting undersecretary of defense for personnel and readiness said.

‘Guardian Spirit’ Key to Space Force Success

Amplifying opportunities for Space Force guardians to shape the future of their service is among the top lines of effort for the chief of space operations.

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.

U.S. Accuses China of Conducting ‘Centralized, Concerted’ Campaign of Harassment of Aircraft

DOD officials believe the unsafe interceptions of U.S. and allied aircraft in international airspace by Chinese officials is to “coerce a change in lawful U.S. operational activity,” the assistant secretary of defense for Indo-Pacific security affairs said.

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, Pentagon Deputy Press Secretary Sabrina Singh said.

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.