Defense News
Defense
Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III engaged in a conversation with Ukrainian Minister of Defence Rustem Umerov, focusing on battlefield developments and the status of U.S. security assistance to Ukraine.

Defense
Deputy Secretary Hicks hosts classified meeting with Defense Business Board
Pentagon Spokesman Eric Pahon has shared details from a recent meeting hosted by Deputy Secretary of Defense Dr. Kathleen Hicks with the Defense Business Board.

Defense
Secretary Austin honors American veterans' service on Veterans Day
On Veterans Day, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III expressed gratitude to American veterans for their service in the U.S. military.

Defense
Austin discusses regional security with new Israeli defense minister
Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III had an introductory conversation with Israel's new Minister of Defense, Israel Katz.

Defense
Department of Defense invests additional funds into microelectronics leadership
The U.S. Department of Defense has announced an additional investment of $160 million from the CHIPS and Science Act, aimed at enhancing America's microelectronics capabilities through the Microelectronics Commons network.

Defense
Austin discusses regional security with Israeli defense minister
Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III recently held a conversation with Israeli Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant, as reported by Pentagon Press Secretary Maj.

Defense
U.S.-Qatar discuss defense partnership and regional security
Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III had a phone conversation with Qatari Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defense Affairs, His Excellency Dr. Khalid bin Mohamed Al Attiyah.

Defense
U.S.-Ecuador hold annual defense talks focusing on security cooperation
Pentagon Spokesman Lt.

Defense
Austin discusses regional security with Bahrain's Crown Prince
Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III held a phone conversation with Bahrain's Crown Prince and Prime Minister, His Royal Highness Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa.

Defense
Department of Defense awards contract for open radio access network prototype
The Department of Defense (DoD) has awarded a contract worth $6,514,697.51 to Hughes Network Systems, LLC for the development of an Open Radio Access Network (Open RAN) prototype at Fort Bliss, Texas.

Defense
Department of Defense names new director for Asia-Pacific center
The Department of Defense has announced the appointment of Maj.


Defense
Defense leaders discuss US support and Ukraine's industrial base
Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III held a conversation with Ukrainian Minister of Defence Rustem Umerov on November 1, 2024.

Defense
Biden administration announces $425 million security aid package for Ukraine
The Department of Defense (DoD) has announced a new package of security assistance for Ukraine, marking the Biden Administration's sixty-ninth tranche of equipment provided from DoD inventories since August 2021.

Defense
Reserve Forces Policy Board influences new defense guidance on total force optimization
The Reserve Forces Policy Board (RFPB) has played a crucial role in shaping the Department of Defense's latest guidance on Total Force Optimization for Strategic Competition.

Defense
Austin discusses regional security with Israeli defense minister
Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III had a conversation with Israeli Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant, focusing on regional de-escalation opportunities.

Defense
Department of Defense reveals $29.8 billion military intelligence budget for FY2024
The Department of Defense has announced the appropriated budget for the Military Intelligence Program (MIP) for the fiscal year 2024.

Defense
U.S., South Korea bolster defense ties amid regional challenges
During the 56th U.S.-Republic of Korea Security Consultative Meeting on October 30, 2024, U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III and ROK Minister of National Defense Kim Yong Hyun discussed initiatives to enhance extended deterrence...

Defense
Defense Secretary highlights FY24 recruitment success despite challenges
The United States military continues to stand as a formidable force, backed by its all-volunteer personnel who have maintained the nation's security for over five decades.

Defense
U.S.-ROK alliance unveils new framework for Indo-Pacific security cooperation
The United States and the Republic of Korea have announced a new framework to enhance their cooperation in ensuring security across the Indo-Pacific region.

Your news, delivered.
Subscribe and personalize your weekly Newswire round-up.