Oct. 30, 2024 U.S., South Korea Concerned North Koreans May Soon Fight Against Ukrainians The Defense Department is closely tracking the unprecedented level of direct military cooperation between North Korea and Russia, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said.
Dec. 13, 2023 U.S. Remains Steadfast in Support of Ukraine, Israel DOD will continue to work closely with allies and partners worldwide to support Ukraine as it fights for freedom and to meet the clear objectives set out by President Joe Biden, the Pentagon press secretary said.
Oct. 24, 2023 Defense Leader Discusses Progress of National Defense Strategy The National Defense Strategy is a living, breathing document that is the North Star to the Defense Department, and leaders in the department work every day to ensure it is implemented, a defense leader said.
Feb. 16, 2023 DOD Is Focused on China, Defense Official Says China remains the pacing challenge for the U.S. government, a Defense Department official stressed to the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.
Oct. 27, 2022 DOD Releases National Defense Strategy, Missile Defense, Nuclear Posture Reviews The 2022 National Defense Strategy places a primary focus on the need to sustain and strengthen U.S. deterrence against China and advances a focus on collaboration with a growing network of U.S. allies and partners on shared objectives.