Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III
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28th United States Secretary of Defense
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https://www.defense.gov/ 15-12-2020 23:49:21
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When Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III Austin asked #WhyIServe, I had to think about it. Benefits, travel, experience? Absolutely. But it's 100% about... #military | #service | #USA | #army | #navy | #marines | #airforce | #spaceforce | #coastguard | #armedforces | The Joint Staff 🇺🇸
Our #military service members take an oath to defend our Constitution and our country. Everyone has a story for why they choose to serve. Hear from SSgt Bernice Merino, Airman leadership student on hers. #WhyIServe #AFMC U.S. Air Force Materiel Command ✈️ Air Force Test Center Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III
We proudly stand with Ukraine on its Independence Day. For more than two years, Ukraine has valiantly defended its homeland against Russia’s brutal and unjust invasion. The U.S., alongside nations from around the world, will continue to step up to ensure Ukraine has what it needs
Today, I spoke with Ukrainian Minister Rustem Umerov to congratulate the Ukrainian people on the eve of their Independence Day. I provided an update on the $125 million security assistance package announced by President Biden today, underscoring our enduring support for Ukraine.
Today, I spoke with my Romanian counterpart Angel Tîlvăr Angel Tîlvăr on our efforts to continue to bolster our strong bilateral defense relationship, NATO’s eastern flank, and our support for Ukraine. defense.gov/News/Releases/…
Today, I spoke to DND Philippines Secretary Teodoro to reaffirm our ironclad commitment to the Philippines following recent dangerous and escalatory actions by the People’s Republic of China against lawful Philippine maritime operations in the South China Sea.
Headed to Ramstein Air Base to host the 24th meeting of the UDCG, where I'll meet with defense ministers and senior military officials from nearly 50 nations to discuss the crisis in Ukraine. Together, we'll continue to support the Ukrainian people today—and for the long haul.