Biden Shifts U.S. Troops in Europe to Defend Frontline NATO States
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Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III has ordered an infantry battalion task force of about 800 soldiers to deploy from Italy to the Baltic region and approved the movement of up to eight F-35 Lightning II aircraft from Germany to operating locations on NATO's eastern flank.
Austin Says Current Operations Give Hints of New National Defense Strategy
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Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said he’s proud of the work that has been done to the National Defense Strategy, but he’s not yet ready to release it.
NATO Leaders Look to Defense, Deterrence Against Russia
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NATO will continue to strengthen its defense and deterrence capabilities in the face of challenges from Russia, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg said.
DOD Report: Consolidation of Defense Industrial Base Poses Risks to National Security
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The "defense industrial base" refers to the collection of businesses, large and small, that DOD relies upon to provide the materials, equipment and weapons systems needed to defend the nation.
Russia Forces 'A New Normal' on Europe, Stoltenberg Says
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NATO defense ministers including Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III discussed the security crisis that Russian President Vladimir Putin caused by sending 150,000 troops and equipment to the borders of Ukraine and into Belarus.
Putin Adds Military Capabilities in Belarus, Russian Border With Ukraine, Kirby Says
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Over the last couple of days, Russian President Vladimir Putin has added additional military capability along his border with Ukraine, as well as in the Belarus area that borders Ukraine, Pentagon Press Secretary John F. Kirby said.
Military Hospital Support to FEMA Will Begin in Massachusetts, Then Expand
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At the request of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, about 90 military medical personnel are continuing to deploy in six teams to three states to support civilian health care workers treating COVID-19 patients.
Austin Speaks Out on Importance of Diversity in White House Roundtable
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Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III shared his career experiences and his views on the importance of diversity during a discussion with a group of Black White House cabinet members.
Former NYC Mayor Tapped to Lead Defense Innovation Board
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Mike Bloomberg, the three-time mayor of New York City, has been nominated by Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III to chair the Defense Innovation Board, Pentagon Press Secretary John F. Kirby said.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Are Necessities in U.S. Military
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Diversity, equity and inclusion in the military are necessities for the United States, Bishop Garrison, the senior advisor to the secretary of defense for human capital and diversity, equity and inclusion said.