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Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Singapore Minister of Defense Ng Eng Hen engaged in an introductory call to discuss key initiatives within the bilateral defense partnership.
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U.S. and Philippines discuss defense cooperation in introductory call

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth engaged in an introductory call with the Philippines Secretary of National Defense, Gilberto Teodoro, Jr., as announced by Pentagon Spokesman John Ullyot.
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Hegseth meets Netanyahu; discusses US-Israel ties and regional security

Today, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the Pentagon.
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Guantanamo Bay receives high-threat illegal aliens under new directives

The Department of Defense has announced the arrival of 10 high-threat illegal aliens at the Guantanamo Bay detention facility in Cuba.
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Hegseth discusses security cooperation with Panama’s public security minister

On February 4, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth engaged in an introductory call with Panama's Minister of Public Security, Frank Alexis Ábrego.
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Hegseth discusses security cooperation with Panamanian president

On February 5, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth engaged in a phone call with Panamanian President José Raul Mulino.
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Hegseth and Healey discuss defense coordination and security issues

On January 31, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth engaged in a conversation with the United Kingdom's Secretary of State for Defence John Healey.
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U.S. Defense Secretary discusses border security with Mexican officials

On January 31, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth held introductory calls with Mexico's Secretary of National Defense, General Ricardo Trevilla Trejo, and Secretary of the Navy, Admiral Raymundo Morales Angeles.
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US Africa Command conducts airstrikes on ISIS-Somalia operatives

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth issued a statement regarding recent U.S. Africa Command airstrikes in Somalia.
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Hegseth discusses security with South Korean acting defense minister

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth engaged in an introductory call with Kim Seon-ho, the Acting Minister of National Defense for the Republic of Korea.
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U.S., Japan reaffirm alliance commitments in defense leaders' introductory call

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth recently held an introductory call with Japanese Defense Minister Nakatani Gen.
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DoD halts official cultural awareness month events

The Department of Defense (DoD) has announced new guidance regarding the observance of cultural awareness months within its components and military departments.
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Hegseth and Rutte discuss NATO's future goals

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte recently engaged in an introductory call.
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US-Israel defense leaders discuss security collaboration

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth recently engaged in an introductory call with Israel's Minister of Defense, Israel Katz.
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Hegseth discusses U.S.-Australia alliance with Australian defense minister

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth recently engaged in an introductory call with Australia's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence, Richard Marles.
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Defense Secretary emphasizes merit-based policies for military leadership

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has issued a memorandum emphasizing the Department of Defense's commitment to providing top-tier leadership for American service members.
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Department clarifies impact of OMB memo on defense contracting

The Department of Defense has issued a statement in response to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Memorandum titled "Temporary Pause of Agency Grant, Loan, and Other Financial Assistance," dated January 27, 2025.
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Hegseth discusses US-Israel ties with Netanyahu

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu engaged in an introductory call to discuss the strong relationship between the United States and Israel.
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Secretary Hegseth outlines defense priorities under President Trump

Secretary Hegseth addressed the Department of Defense, expressing his commitment to lead under President Donald J. Trump's directive.
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Department of Defense awards $86 million grant for school replacement in Tampa

The Department of Defense has announced an $86,374,326 grant to Hillsborough County Public Schools.
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