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Researchers Set Out to Tackle Voting Challenges of Military Members

Researchers from a nonprofit election technology company showcased an early-stage prototype of technology aimed at improving the experience of military absentee voters.

DOD Official Restates Why Supporting Ukraine Is in U.S. Interest

As Congress again addresses U.S. military aid to Ukraine, helping Ukraine defeat Russian aggression is in the United States’ interest, the assistant secretary of defense for international security affairs said.

Centcom Kills Kataib Hezbollah Commander Responsible for Strikes Against U.S. Forces

U.S. Central Command announced it conducted a strike in Iraq that killed a Kataib Hezbollah commander responsible for directly planning and participating in attacks on U.S. forces in the region, the Pentagon press secretary said.

National Guard Bureau Leaders Say Taking Care of Guardsmen Is Key to Meeting Mission at Home, Abroad

As the global security landscape has become increasingly complex, the National Guard continues to fill its role as an indispensable warfighting force, while responding in times of crisis at home, the chief of the National Guard Bureau said.

Austin Thanks Blue Star Families for Their Support During Global Uncertainty

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III expressed gratitude for the service and sacrifice of military families during a virtual town hall event.

Austin Praises Close U.S.-Kenya Partnership

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III praised the close partnership between the U.S. and Kenya on a range of security issues as he met with Kenyan Defense Minister Aden Bare Duale.  

5 Months With No Base Budget Affects Department’s Modernization Efforts

The Defense Department continues to urge Congress to pass the department’s base budget, Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh said.

U.S. Southern Command Urges Space Conference Attendees to ‘Think Big’

U.S. Southern Command hosted the annual Space Conference of the Americas to discuss the way ahead for space cooperation and interoperability.