Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III continued discussions with NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg as the alliance faces challenges from Russia and the need to agree on a new strategic concept for the alliance.
NATO is a transatlantic alliance of 30 like-minded North American and European countries securing peace since 1949.
The United States is working with allies and partners to support Ukraine in the fight for sovereignty and freedom. The U.S. has provided Ukraine with billions of dollars in security assistance since the beginning of Russia’s unprovoked assault on Feb. 24.
As the 28th secretary of defense, Lloyd J. Austin III is the principal assistant to the president in all matters relating to the Department of Defense and also serves on the National Security Council.
A key determining factor for potential NATO members is whether their admission will strengthen the alliance and further increase security and stability across Europe.
The Veterans History Project has been working to catalogue the stories of our veterans to make sure their experiences aren’t forgotten. Now, project creators are looking to add the accounts of medical and emergency professionals to its collections.
Separating service members who are preparing to enter the civilian workforce can use the Defense Department's career transition program, SkillBridge, to explore career opportunities through internships and apprenticeships.
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The Defense Department is working closely with the Department of Health and Human Services and the State Department to provide support in dealing with the coronavirus outbreak.
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