Yesterday, I hosted 🇳🇴 Norwegian Minister of Defence Bjørn Arild Gram at the Pentagon to discuss our strong U.S.-Norway relationship, and how we can work together to deliver the security assistance Ukraine urgently needs to defend itself from Putin’s illegal war.

On behalf of the Department of Defense, I send my deepest condolences to the people of Kenya and the Kenya Defence Forces on the tragic death of Kenya's Chief of Defence Forces, General Francis Ogolla.

I spoke with Minister Rustem Umerov regarding Ukraine’s critical need for additional air defense and artillery. President Biden's National Security Supplemental request remains essential for 🇺🇦 to continue its brave defense against Russian aggression.

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.Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III & Admiral Dong Jun, PRC Minister of National Defense, spoke today via video teleconference. Full readout here:
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Today, I spoke with my 🇩🇪counterpart Minister of Defense Boris Pistorius. German partnership is critical for ensuring strong support for Ukraine. We are steadfast in our commitment and #bettertogether .

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I spoke to Israeli Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant today to discuss the aftermath of Iran’s unprecedented April 13 attacks, which U.S., Israeli, and partner forces thwarted in a combined defensive operation.  I reiterated steadfast U.S. support for Israel’s defense and

I spoke with Bahrain's Crown Prince and Prime Minister, His Royal Highness Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, today to discuss the unprecedented attacks launched from Iranian territory and by Iran’s proxies in the region into Israel.  I underscored the United States’ commitment to the

Today I welcomed Prime Minister Sudani to the Pentagon for the first time.  The U.S.-Iraq relationship is strong. Our two nations remain committed to working together towards a peaceful and stable region.  
Iraq continues to lead the fight against ISIS, working closely with the

I spoke to the Qatari Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defense Affairs, His Excellency Dr. Khalid bin Mohamed Al Attiyah today to discuss the unprecedented attacks launched from Iranian territory and by Iran’s proxies in the region into Israel, and U.S. and

I spoke to the Kuwaiti Acting Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defense, and Minister of Interior, His Excellency Sheikh Fahad Youssef Al-Sabah today to discuss the unprecedented attacks launched from Iranian territory and by Iran’s proxies in the region into Israel, and U.S.

I spoke today to the Saudi Minister of Defense, His Royal Highness Prince Khalid bin Salman, to discuss unprecedented attacks launched from Iranian territory and by Iran’s proxies in the region into Israel.  I reiterated the United States’ commitment to working with the Kingdom

I spoke to Israeli Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant today for a third time this weekend to review the successful combined operation by the United States, Israel, and their partners to defend Israel from unprecedented attacks launched from Iranian territory and by Iran’s proxies.

I spoke to Israeli Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant for a second time today to reiterate ironclad U.S. support for Israel’s defense in light of Iran’s unprecedented attack from Iranian territory.  We reviewed the extraordinary defensive measures and strong cooperation undertaken

At the direction of President Biden, U.S. forces in the Middle East on April 13 intercepted dozens of missiles and UAVs en route to Israel, launched from Iran, Iraq, Syria and Yemen. Our forces remain postured to protect U.S. troops and partners in the region, provide further

I spoke to Israeli Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant today to reiterate unwavering U.S. support for Israel’s defense. The United States stands with Israel amid threats from Iran and its regional proxies.

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Honored to welcome President Marcos back to the Pentagon today. The United States and the Philippines have achieved historic results together since we last met at the Pentagon less than a year ago – and our Alliance is stronger than ever.

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.Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III met with leaders from Japan and the Philippines this week to make progress on everything from defense industrial collaboration to regional security cooperation with our allies and partners across the Indo-Pacific.

The U.S.-Philippines alliance is stronger than ever.

It was great to join the Philippines delegation for the inaugural U.S.-Philippines 3+3 meeting today to discuss our diplomatic and defense priorities.

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I spoke to Israeli Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant today to discuss the urgent need to improve humanitarian aid delivery to Gaza & to ensure the protection of humanitarian aid workers.  I affirmed U.S. support to Israel in the face of Iranian threats.

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Alongside our allies from Australia, Japan, and the Philippines, we’re committed to ensuring that all countries are free to fly, sail, and operate wherever international law allows. Together, we’re supporting our shared vision for a free and open Indo-Pacific.