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Austin Honors U.S., South Korean Veterans in Seoul

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III underscored the close bonds between the U.S. and Korea in a ceremony honoring veterans from both countries at the War Memorial of Korea in Seoul. 

Nation Honors Veterans and Their Families

Throughout November, DOD gives special recognition to veterans and military families for their invaluable contributions and steadfast service to the country, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said.

Austin Marks ‘Transformative’ Ties With India at Talks in New Delhi

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III lauded the strong partnership between the U.S. and India following talks with Indian Defense Minister Rajnath Singh in New Delhi.

DOD Implores Congress to Provide Ukraine Defense Funding

The Defense Department is beseeching Congress to pass the supplemental budget request to continue to meet Ukraine’s battlefield needs, Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh said.

U.S. Strikes Enemy Weapons Storage Facility in Syria

The damage from the strike against a weapons storage facility in Syria is still being assessed, Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh said.

Defense Official Said U.S. Won’t Hesitate to Defend Its Troops in Middle East

Over the last three weeks, Iran-backed militia groups have attacked U.S. bases and facilities in Iraq and Syria 41 times.

Austin Arrives in New Delhi Amid Strides in U.S., India Defense Innovation

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III arrived in New Delhi, kicking off his ninth official visit to the Indo-Pacific.  

Nation Celebrates Native American Heritage Month

Native American men and women serve in the armed forces at five times the national average, and have served with distinction in every conflict since the birth of this country, a DOD official said.