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Melanie Fonder Kaye, deputy assistant to the secretary of defense for strategic engagement of U.S. Department of Defense, said the NFL's Salute to Service is more than a campaign; it's a profound commitment to honor, empower and connect with those who sacrifice for our nation on Nov 19. The announcement came during the annual Salute to Service event organized by the National Football League.
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Department of Defense in search of new gravity bomb variant

Department of Defense announces plans for B61-13 nuclear bomb, pending congressional approval.
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U.S. Defense Department announces measures to strengthen force posture in Middle East

The Department of Defense (DoD) is taking a series of steps to enhance its force posture in the Middle East region. As a response to recent escalations around the Middle East on the part of Iran and its linked proxy forces, these actions are being taken to assist in the defense of Israel and to bolster the force protection afforded to United States troops.
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U.S. and Estonia strengthen defense partnership with new security agreement

With the signing of the Security of Supply Arrangement (SOSA), Estonia joins a group of 13 nations, including Australia and the UK, in entering such agreements with the U.S.
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Researchers claim cartels are growing with 'at least 350 new people recruited each week'

Research shows that Mexican drug cartels pose an increasing threat with their various criminal activities. An article from the Financial Times published in September cites research on the extensive structure of these cartels, which includes massive numbers of employees.
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U.S. Department of Defense highlights People's Liberation Army activities in declassified release

According to the DOD press release, the documents are intended to corroborate key findings in the upcoming 2023 China Military Power Report (CMPR), which addresses an uptick in risky PLA activities since the fall of 2021
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Department of Defense and ODNI release fiscal year 2023 report on Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena

The Department of Defense and the Office of the Director of National Intelligence have released their Annual Report on Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) for fiscal year 2023. This report is a result of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2022, as amended by the NDAA for Fiscal Year 2023.
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Department of Defense joint press conference in Israel

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III delivered a strong message of support and solidarity with Israel in the wake of recent violence and attacks by Hamas
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U.S. deploys additional forces in Middle East following Hamas attack on Israel

In a recent press release, Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III announced significant changes to the U.S. military's posture in the Middle East, specifically in response to the recent terrorist attack on Israel by Hamas.
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Department of Defense announces new biofabrication apprenticeship Iiitiative

The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) revealed their endorsement of the Biofabrication Technician Registered Apprenticeship Program. Launched in collaboration with BioFabUSA, this initiative is tailored to nurture the U.S. biofabrication sector, providing comprehensive training to the next generation of professionals in this burgeoning field.
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Austin: 'Today at the Ukraine Defense Contact Group, we announced additional security assistance to meet Ukraine’s critical security and defense needs'

The Biden Administration has announced additional security assistance for Ukraine, as part of its ongoing efforts to support Ukraine's defense and security needs. Secretary of Defense Lloyd J Austin III made the announcement at the Ukraine Defense Contact Group, stating, "Today at the Ukraine Defense Contact Group, we announced additional security assistance to meet Ukraine’s critical security and defense needs" (Austin, quoted in the article).
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North Korea-Russia alliance deepens amid security concerns on the Korean Peninsula

In a recent Senate Subcommittee Hearing, expert Jenny Town emphasized the critical importance of diplomacy, citing the evolving dynamics between Moscow and Pyongyang. Senior Fellow and 38 North Program Director Jenny Town called to testify before the Senate Subcommittee on East Asia, The Pacific, and International Cybersecurity Policy. The recent summit between North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and Russian President Vladimir Putin serves as a significant reminder of the rapidly evolving geopolitical landscape on the Korean Peninsula. Speaking at a Senate Subcommittee Hearing on...
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DOD pledges support for Isreal

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III has reaffirmed the United States' unwavering commitment to Israel's right to self-defense in the wake of an unprecedented attack by the Hamas militant group. Secretary Austin expressed solidarity with Israel and offered condolences to the affected families. He stated, "I am closely monitoring developments in Israel. Our commitment to Israel's right to defend itself remains unwavering."
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Department of Defense and SBA launch initiative to boost investment in critical technologies

The Department of Defense (DoD) and the Small Business Administration (SBA) collaborated on the presentation of the Small Business Investment Company Critical Technology (SBICCT) Initiative. According to the statement, this is the first endeavor of their historic cooperation to make strategic investments in technology with the objective of improving the economic condition as well as the national security situation in the United States.
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DoD awards $53 million in grants for defense and civic education

The Department of Defense (DoD) made the announcement that it will be awarding grants totaling $53 million as part of a long-term strategy to safeguard the nation's future defense capabilities and foster civic engagement.
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Department of Defense launches munitions campus pilot to boost domestic industry

The United States Department of Defense (DoD) issued a press statement indicating that they have begun a pilot project for a munitions campus with the intention of providing support to a large number of new American businesses.
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Vice president of Lexington Institute: 'Countries must begin now to implement a program of Zero Trust cybersecurity'

Dr. Daniel Goure authored a blog post in which he said the U.S. must adopt a Zero Trust Cybersecurity policy in light of recent cyber attacks from countries like China and Russia. Goure is the vice president at the Lexington Institute, a research think tank based in Arlington, Virginia.
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DOD boost domestic production of critical rare earth magnets

The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) has taken a significant step towards enhancing domestic manufacturing of rare earth magnets with a $94.1 million investment in E-VAC Magnetics, LLC. Rare earth magnets are essential components in national defense applications like F-35 fighter jets and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), as well as various commercial industries. This funding aims to strengthen the U.S.'s rare earth magnet production capabilities and establish a reliable, domestic supply chain.
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Gallagher: 'The American people deserve answers'

Wisconsin Rep. Mike Gallagher, who also serves as the chairman of the Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party, is seeking answers regarding a secret laboratory owned by Chinese entities in California. Earlier this month, a subpoena was issued by the House Select Committee on China in the City of Reedley to investigate the lab's discovery.
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Border Patrol Union: 'How anyone falls for the Biden administration lie about our cartel-controlled border being 'secure' is one of life's great mysteries'

An investigation raises doubts about the Biden administration's commitment to border security amid revelations of U.S-enabled artillery smuggling to Mexican cartels.
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