Having grown up not far from the Army Aberdeen Proving Ground in Maryland, Irvine Swahn knew at a young age that he would probably end up working there someday. He … Continue reading Face of Defense: A Chemist’s Journey to Make ‘Bad Unknowns’ Known
Army Capt. Jose Cabalfin Calugas wasn’t a U.S. citizen during World War II, but he fought valiantly for America when the Japanese invaded his homeland, the Philippines. He earned the … Continue reading Medal of Honor Monday: Army Capt. Jose Calugas
The Defense Innovation Unit, also known as DIU, in partnership with the private sector, has developed a wearable device that was highly successful during the COVID-19 pandemic in identifying infections. … Continue reading DOD Investing in Wearable Technology That Could Rapidly Predict Disease
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol met with Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III today in the Pentagon to discuss the U.S.-Republic of Korea alliance and to discuss ways … Continue reading South Korean President Yoon Visits Pentagon, Discusses Deterrence
The Defense Department remains actively engaged with the State Department in monitoring the security situation in Sudan, said Air Force Brig. Gen. Pat Ryder during a news conference at the … Continue reading Defense Department Ready to Support State Department Ensuring Safe Passage of Americans in Sudan
Funding levels must enable the United States to preserve its logistical dominance, Air Force Gen. Jacqueline D. Van Ovost, commander of U.S. Transportation Command, said today at a hearing of … Continue reading General Expresses Concerns Over Readiness in Sealift, Air Refueling
President Joe Biden and South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol outlined new steps aimed at bolstering the longstanding U.S.-South Korean defense alliance in the face of growing nuclear threats posed by … Continue reading U.S., South Korea Unveil Joint Declaration Outlining Steps to Bolster Deterrence
Space plays a critical role in the nation’s security and America’s prosperity, said John F. Plumb, assistant secretary of defense for space policy. “For the Department of Defense space is … Continue reading Official Details Space-Based Threats and U.S. Countermeasures
Russia’s unprovoked invasion of neighboring Ukraine has provoked the worst security crisis in Europe since World War II, and nations around the globe are rallying to help Ukraine defend its … Continue reading DOD Officials Detail Efforts to Support Ukraine, Defend NATO
The evacuation of the U.S. Embassy in Khartoum, Sudan, was handled professionally and with precision, and U.S. service members in the region stand ready to help the State Department if … Continue reading U.S. Troops Stand Ready to Help Diplomats as Sudan Conflict Continues
During a 30-year career, Marine Corps Chief Warrant Officer 4 Harold Edward Wilson saw action during three major wars. His leadership during the Korean conflict helped his beleaguered unit survive … Continue reading Medal of Honor Monday: Marine Chief Warrant Officer 4 Harold Wilson
U.S. forces evacuated just under 100 American staff of the U.S. Embassy in Khartoum, Sudan yesterday, U.S. government officials said. President Joe Biden gave the order to evacuate the embassy … Continue reading U.S. Forces Evacuate Americans From Khartoum Embassy
More than a year after Russian President Vladimir Putin launched his war of choice against Ukraine, Ukraine continues to fight, and allies and partners continue to support and stand behind … Continue reading Milley Says Ukraine has Leadership, Morale to Beat Russia
The Department of Defense is one of the largest owners and managers of land in the United States. And that land is likely to be affected by changes in the … Continue reading DOD Makes Climate Assessment Tool Available to Partner Nations
After a full day of discussion during the 11th meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III reminded participating … Continue reading Following Ukraine Defense Contact Group, Austin Reminds Members of Their Impact
Jake Gyllenhaal and Dar Salim, the stars of the upcoming film “Guy Ritchie’s The Covenant,” visited Fort Irwin, April 14, with the United Services Organizations. Gyllenhaal and Salim flew by a … Continue reading ‘Guy Ritchie’s The Covenant’ Stars Visit Fort Irwin
This morning, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III met with Ukrainian Defense Minister Oleksii Reznikov for a bilateral discussion in advance of the 11th meeting of the Ukraine Defense … Continue reading U.S.-Led Ukraine Defense Contact Group Convenes for 11th Discussion
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg visited the Ukrainian capital, Kyiv, today, and his very presence in embattled Ukraine sent the message to the people of the country that “NATO stands … Continue reading Stoltenberg Visits Kyiv, Says, ‘NATO Stands With Ukraine’
The Army, Navy and Air Force will not make enlistment goals this year, officials told the House Armed Services subcommittee on readiness, yesterday. The Marine Corps and Space Force expect … Continue reading Vice Chiefs Talk Recruiting Short Falls, Readiness Issues
The Army, Navy and Air Force will not make enlistment goals this year, officials told the House Armed Services subcommittee on readiness, yesterday. The Marine Corps and Space Force expect … Continue reading Vice Chiefs Talk Recruiting Shortfalls, Readiness Issues
In July 2022 the Defense Department set up the All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office to, among other things, identify unidentified anomalous phenomena that might pose a threat to national security and … Continue reading DOD Working to Better Understand, Resolve Anomalous Phenomena
Following a meeting today at the headquarters of the Swedish navy on Musko Naval Base near Stockholm, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III acknowledged the efforts taken by Sweden … Continue reading Austin: Sweden’s Taken Steps Toward Enhancing U.S. Partnership
