JUNE 26, 2024 - Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said he is concerned about the rise in rocket attacks in Israel's north by Lebanese Hezbollah. "We're urgently seeking a diplomatic agreement that restores lasting calm to Israel's northern border and enables civilians to return safely to their homes on both sides of the Israel-Lebanon border," Austin said, as he … [Read more...]
Archives for 2024
Battlefield Realities at Center of NATO-Ukraine Forum
Defense leaders participate in a panel discussion on the value of international cooperation in defense innovation during a panel at the NATO-Ukraine Defense Innovators Forum with the U.S. Defense Innovation Unit at AGH University of Krakow from 4-6 June, 2024 (from left to right) moderator, Izabela Albrycht, Director of the Cybersecurity Centre, AGH University of Krakow; … [Read more...]
Austin to Discuss Middle East Situation With Israeli Counterpart
240607-N-EY390-1502 RED SEA (June 7, 2024) The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) and the Italian aircraft carrier ITS Cavour (CVH 550) steam in formation in the Red Sea, June 7. The IKECSG is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to support maritime stability and security in the Middle East region. (Official U.S. Navy photo) JUNE … [Read more...]
US, Australian Air Force Collaborate to Solve Roadblocks
JUNE 25, 2024 - U.S. Air Force Vice Chief of Staff Gen. Jim Slife emphasized the continued importance of the U.S. and Royal Australian Air Forces tearing down roadblocks and increasing interoperability during the annual Air Senior National Representatives Forum at RAAF Base Williamtown, Newcastle, Australia. ASNR is a bilateral U.S. Air Force - RAAF engagement established in … [Read more...]
Guard Modernizes with NextGen Squad Weapons
JUNE 25, 2024 – Soldiers assigned to 4th Battalion, 118th Infantry Regiment, 218th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade, South Carolina Army National Guard, conducted an integrated training weapons strategy qualification table for the newly fielded Next Generation Squad Weapon Rifle, XM7, and the Next Generation Squad Weapon Automatic Rifle, XM250, during a week-long training event … [Read more...]