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Senate Armed Services Committee Considers U.S. Forces Korea, Transcom Nominees

The nominees selected to lead U.S. forces in South Korea and U.S. Transportation Command outlined top priorities during a hearing before the Senate Armed Services Committee.

Threat From China Increasing, Air Force Official Says

Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall spoke about the growing threat that China poses to the Indo-Pacific region during a keynote address at an Air & Space Forces Association convention.

Austin Urges Israel to Take Diplomatic Path to Reduce Area Tensions

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III reaffirmed the United States’ ironclad commitment to Israel’s security and reiterated the urgent need for a cease-fire and hostage deal during a phone call with Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh said.

DOD Delegation Concludes Military Talks With China

A Defense Department delegation concluded the latest round of military-to-military talks with Chinese counterparts as U.S. officials continue to emphasize the importance of maintaining open lines of communication for responsibly managing competition. 

Austin, First Lady, Tour Pre-K Program at Maxwell Air Force Base

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden met at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama, to witness how prekindergarten courses are going at Maxwell Elementary and Middle School. 

DOD Hosts International Exchange on Shaping Cybersecurity Workforce

A senior Defense Department official hosted government officials, academics and entrepreneurs from Indonesia for a discussion on how the Pentagon is aligning its cyber workforce strategy to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving domain. 

Department Announces Latest Efforts to Improve Quality of Life for Service Members

The Defense Department announced a new series of initiatives aimed at improving the welfare and well-being of service members and their families. 

Roosevelt Group Heading to Indo-Pacific; No Change in U.S. Policy on Long-Range Weapons

The USS Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group is heading to the Indo-Pacific area of operations after completing its mission in the U.S. Central Command region.