Ambassador Looks to Further Partnership With African Nations, DOD
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U.S. Ambassador Andrew Young is the personification of U.S. policy on the African continent — diplomacy first.
Air and Missile Defense Vital to Region in Face of Iran Threats, General Says
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Ballistic missile threats from Iran and its proxies are deeply concerning to nations in the Middle East, the commander of U.S. Central Command said.
No Shelling of Odesa or Nearby Observed in Last 24 Hours, DOD Official Says
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There has been little activity in the Russian invasion of Ukraine in the last 24 hours as the Ukrainians continue to defend the country's capitol of Kyiv, a senior Defense Department official said.
Slovakia's Defense Minister Says Military Spending at 2% Should Be Base, Not Target
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Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III and Slovakia's Defense Minister Jaroslav Nad also discussed modernization of Slovakia's military, which includes development of mechanized brigades and replacement of military equipment, including fighter aircraft.
General Says China Is Seeking a Naval Base in West Africa
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The Chinese are activity seeking a military naval base in Africa on the Atlantic coast, which would threaten U.S. national security, Army Gen. Stephen J. Townsend, commander of U.S. Africa Command said.
Russian Troops Bogged Down in Face of Stiff Ukraine Resistance, Says DOD Official
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Russian advances continue to be stalled near Kyiv, the Ukraine capital, and those forces have not made any significant advances toward the city, a senior Defense Department official said.
Biden Signs Order Transferring Arms to Ukrainian Defenders
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President Joe Biden signed an order to transfer $800 million worth of equipment to help the people of Ukraine defend their freedom.
NATO Chief: There Will Be 'High Price to Pay' for Russian Use of Chemical Weapons
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Russia is making "absurd claims" about biological labs and chemical weapons in Ukraine, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg said.
DOD Works to Increase Meaningful Participation of Women in Security, Defense Institutions
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Advancing women, peace and security is not just about doing the right thing — it also translates to strategic, operational and tactical gains, making DOD a more effective force, the deputy assistant secretary of defense for global partnerships said.
Generals Discuss Security Challenges in Africa, Middle East
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China, Russia, Iran and terrorist organizations continue to engage in malign activities in the Middle East and Africa, generals told lawmakers on the Senate Armed Services Committee.