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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.

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 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.

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.

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.

Austin: U.S. Commitment to Israel Is “Ironclad”

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III underscored the United States’ unwavering commitment to Israel after meeting with key leaders in Tel Aviv. 

Austin’s Upcoming Trip to Israel Underscores U.S. Commitment Following Attacks

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III will travel to Israel to meet with leaders there and underscore the United States’ unwavering support in the wake of deadly terrorist attacks.

NATO Defense Ministers Deal With Range of Alliance Issues

NATO defense ministers discussed progress made in strengthening deterrence in the region and the various NATO missions and operations during a defense ministerial in Brussels.