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Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III hosted Norwegian Minister of Defence Bjørn Arild Gram at the Pentagon, where they discussed various aspects of the bilateral defense relationship between the United States and Norway. Pentagon Press Secretary Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder provided a readout of the meeting.During the meeting, Secretary Austin thanked Minister Gram for Norway's commitment to long-term assistance in developing Ukraine's capabilities. The two officials exchanged views on ensuring continued military assistance to Ukraine both bilaterally and through the Ukraine...
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Defense Innovation Board Holds Spring 2024 Meeting
The Defense Innovation Board (DIB) convened its Spring Board Meeting virtually on April 17th, 2024. Chaired by Mr. Mike Bloomberg, the meeting, which commenced at 12:30 pm Eastern Time, focused on crucial studies and insights shared by key stakeholders and experts.The Allies and Partners study, exploring DoD's collaboration with allies and partners, delved into various aspects such as capability integration, technology sharing, and fostering trust. Mr. Sander Oude Hengel, Defense Cooperation Attaché at the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, highlighted challenges...
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Statement by Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III on the Death of Kenya's Chief of Defence Forces
Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III has expressed his condolences following the tragic death of Kenya's Chief of Defence Forces, General Francis Ogolla. In a statement, Secretary Austin said, "On behalf of the Department of Defense, I send my deepest condolences to the people of Kenya and the Kenya Defence Forces on the tragic death of Kenya’s Chief of Defence Forces, General Francis Ogolla."He also acknowledged the loss of other individuals in the accident, stating, "We also mourn the loss of his teammates who died Thursday when their military helicopter crashed."...
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DOD officials testify before congress on initiatives they hope will eliminate cybersecurity risks
Officials from the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) recently convened with Congress members to discuss their strategy for equipping military personnel with advanced technology on the battlefield. John Sherman, DOD's Chief Information Officer, stated that the department remains "laser focused" on implementing a zero trust set of guidelines to mitigate organizational cybersecurity risks.
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Austin: 'We’re advancing a shared regional vision for a free and open Indo-Pacific'
U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III has disclosed his recent meeting with India's Minister of Defense, Rajnath Singh. The meeting aimed to discuss matters pertaining to the Indo-Pacific region, an area that the federal government has long identified as crucial for U.S. security and prosperity. The government seeks to promote both commercial and military opportunities for Americans and countries within this region.
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Austin: 'Security assistance for Ukraine to address some of their most pressing security and defense needs'
The Ukraine military is set to receive a $300 million aid package, as announced by the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD). This financial boost has been made possible through the president's drawdown authority.
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Study Highlights Risks of AI in Military Decision-Making
A study conducted by researchers from the Georgia Institute of Technology and Stanford University has underscored the potential perils and complexities associated with incorporating autonomous artificial intelligence (AI) systems into military and diplomatic strategies.
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Austin: US provided ‘humanitarian assistance airdrop to deliver urgently needed humanitarian assistance to the people of Gaza’
The residents of Gaza have received humanitarian aid, as stated in a social media post by U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III on platform X. The assistance involved the U.S. military conducting an airdrop of food supplies in Gaza.
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Department of Defense issues memorandum for transfer of power after criticism received following Austin’s recent hospital stay
The U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) has concluded a 30-day review concerning Secretary Lloyd Austin’s hospitalization in January. The incident sparked criticism towards President Joe Biden, Congress, and Pentagon officials for their lack of awareness about Austin's treatment for prostate cancer during his hospital stay.
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DOD announces terrorist designations on Iranian proxies
The U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) has announced the designation of a Houthi-affiliated operative known for supporting Houthi attacks against shipping vessels in the Red Sea, as well as a board operator who transports goods to aid their efforts.
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Kamala Harris voices America's continued support for Ukraine
Vice President Kamala Harris has reaffirmed America's unwavering support for Ukraine after meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The two leaders convened at the Munich Security Conference in Germany, a significant event that coincides with the two-year anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
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Center for a New American Security releases report on drone warfare in Ukraine
The Center for a New American Security (CNAS) has released a report examining the transformative role of drones in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. However, the first part of this two-part series on drone warfare characterizes their impact as "evolutionary," rather than "revolutionary."
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DOD Secretary Austin once again hospitalized for medical issue
Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin has been readmitted to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center due to a bladder issue, following his hospitalization in January for prostate cancer.
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Austin: 'United States will continue working with regional partners to address threats to U.S. forces in Iraq and Syria'
The United States is dedicated to countering Houthi threats to commercial shipping in the Red Sea, as stated by Secretary of the Department of Defense (DOD), Lloyd J. Austin III, in a recent social media post.
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Austin: 'US and Iraq will start US-Iraq Higher Military Commission'
In an effort to mitigate risks posed by the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) terrorist group, the United States and Iraq have unveiled a new partnership aimed at bolstering the security relationship between the two nations. A proposed U.S.-Iraq Higher Military Commission (HMC) is anticipated to deepen this commitment.
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Committee Chairs investigate taxpayer grant awarded to UCLA professor with CCP ties
The Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), in collaboration with the House Energy and Commerce Committee, is currently probing into grants received by an Artificial Intelligence (AI) scientist at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). The scientist is alleged to have affiliations with the CCP. The committees have sent letters regarding this matter to UCLA Chancellor Gener Block, National Science Foundation (NSF) Director Sethuraman Panchanathan, and U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) Secretary Lloyd Austin.
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Blinken: 'Enduring support for Ukraine as it continues its fight for freedom against Russia’s war of aggression'
The United States has reaffirmed its commitment to support Ukraine amidst the ongoing Russian invasion, as stated by Secretary of State Antony Blinken in a social media post. The Secretary disclosed that he had held a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan on X, formerly known as Twitter.
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Austin: 'Our coalition of some 50 allies and partners remain committed to supporting Ukraine'
U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) Secretary, Lloyd J. Austin III, recently announced via social media that he had engaged in discussions with Ukrainian Minister of Defense, Rustem Umerov, regarding the latest efforts to support Ukraine in its ongoing conflict with Russia. The announcement was made on X, a platform formerly known as Twitter.
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Aerospace Industries Association President: DOD's new strategy focuses on ‘cornerstone of our National Defense Strategy’
Eric Fanning, President and CEO of the Aerospace Industries Association (AIA), has released a statement in response to the Department of Defense's recently unveiled National Defense Industrial Strategy (NDIS). This strategy is an unprecedented move that aims to guide the agency's engagement, policy development, and investment in the industrial base over the next three to five years.
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Retired US Army General: 'There is no right to privacy in senior national security positions'
Retired U.S. Army General Barry R McCaffrey has voiced criticism over the handling of Department of Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's recent illness by Austin himself and the Pentagon. The primary issue under scrutiny is the failure to inform the White House about Austin's hospitalization.
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