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DOD Issues Civilian Harm Mitigation, Response Instruction

Defense Department officials have completed work on a DOD instruction that incorporates the direction of the department’s civilian harm mitigation and response action plan.

Ryder Gives More Detail on How Operation Prosperity Guardian Will Work

The international community is coming together to defend against Houthi attacks on vessels transiting the Red Sea, Pentagon Press Secretary Air Force Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder said.

Defense Department Taking Action With Warfighter Brain Health Initiative

The DOD is leading a coordinated effort between operational and medical communities to learn more about brain injuries and their effects on the warfighter as part of its Warfighter Brain Health Initiative.

Austin Lauds Key Partnerships in Middle East

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III praised the strong defense ties between the U.S. and Qatar as he met with senior Qatari leaders at Al Udeid Air Base in the Gulf nation.  

Austin, Gallant Discuss Continuing Operations Against Hamas

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III discussed the goals and objectives of Israel’s campaign against the Hamas terror group in Gaza with Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant.

Austin Embarks on Multiday Trip to Middle East

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III is embarking on a multiday trip to the Middle East with stops in Israel, Qatar and Bahrain and a visit to the USS Gerald R. Ford.

DOD Prioritizing Cooperation With Allies in Space

Cooperation among allies is critical as global competitors increasingly look to space as the next frontier of warfare, the Pentagon’s top space policy official said.

DOD Releases 2024 Basic Allowance for Housing Rates

Basic allowance for housing rates for 2024 will increase by an average of 5.4%. The new rates take effect Jan. 1, 2024.