News

Analyzing the present, to prepare for the future.

Chief Details Shifting Special Ops Emphasis; Progress on Preventing Civilian Casualties

U.S. special operators are shifting their focus to support the National Defense Strategy to “fill the gaps” of conventional forces as the world faces new challenges and threats, the assistant secretary of defense for special operations and low intensity conflict said.

Brown Visits Middle East Partners, Allies Amid Rising Regional Tension

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Air Force Gen. CQ Brown, Jr., embarked on a three-country visit of the Middle East aimed at demonstrating the long-term U.S. commitment to the region.

Austin Lauds U.S.-India Ties in Meeting With Counterpart

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III praised the momentum behind the U.S.-India relationship as he met with Indian Defense Minister Rajnath Singh at the Pentagon.

Climate Change Is Crisis for Entire Planet, Deputy Secretary Says

Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen Hicks said a top concern for officials within the defense community has been securing national interests in the face of climate change effects.

USS Lincoln Strike Group Arrives in U.S. Central Command

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III ordered the USS Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group to Central Command to ensure U.S. force protection, Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh said.

DOD, UDCG Continue to Look for Better Ways to Expedite Support to Ukraine

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III spoke with Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov to discuss ongoing war efforts in Ukraine and details of the next Ukraine Defense Contact Group meeting.

National Guard Bureau’s Acting Chief Aims to Maintain Stability During Transition

Army Lt. Gen. Jonathan M. Stubbs, acting chief of the National Guard Bureau, said he is intent on maintaining stability in that branch of service until a successor to the previous chief is confirmed by Congress.

DOD’s 2023 Fire Prevention Program of the Year Focuses on Building Community Relationship

For Marine Corps Installations Pacific, recently named the 2023 Defense Department fire prevention program of the year, the relationship between fire safety professionals and the communities they serve is foundational.