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Around the Air Force: SECAF strengthens partnerships, Combat Support Instructor Course, and Joint Light Tactical Vehicle debut
September 6, 2024 — In this week's look around the Air Force, Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall takes a relationship-building trip to seven European nations, a new combat support instructor course will help Air Task Forces, and the Joint Light Tactical Vehicle makes its debut... MORE

In this week's look around the Air Force, Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall takes a relationship-building trip to seven European nations, a new combat support instructor course will help Air Task Forces, and the Joint Light Tactical Vehicle makes its debut. (Hosted by Staff Sgt. Milton Hamilton)

Pentagon official: Alliances are key to U.S. nuclear deterrence advantage
August 2, 2024 — The U.S. maintains an asymmetric strategic advantage through its global network of allies and partners amid increasing competition, a senior Pentagon official said Aug. 1... MORE

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JCS chairman puts strategic picture in focus during Aspen talk
July 22, 2024 — Air Force Gen. CQ Brown Jr. gave some insight into the thought processes of the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff during the Aspen Security Forum... MORE

Around the Air Force: Mission over function mindset, electric cargo plane test flight, international exercises
July 19, 2024 — In this week’s look around the Air Force, training for Airmen leans toward a mission over function mindset, an electric cargo plane makes a successful test flight, and U.S. Airmen join international troops for two large-scale exercises... MORE

In this week’s look around the Air Force, training for Airmen leans toward a mission over function mindset, an electric cargo plane makes a successful test flight between two Air Force bases, and U.S. Airmen join international troops for two large-scale exercises led by Germany and Australia. (U.S. Air Force graphic)

NATO nations face challenges to defend alliance
July 18, 2024 — The NATO alliance is in the midst of a major change in focus and readiness, Army Gen. Christopher Cavoli, the supreme allied commander Europe and commander of U.S. European Command said on July 18... MORE

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'Stronger Together' remains lodestar for NATO, JCS chairman says
July 15, 2024 — The relationships and collaboration between NATO allies and partners continue to be the alliance's greatest asset, Air Force Gen. CQ Brown Jr., the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff said... MORE

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NATO must build on, strengthen history of cooperation, officials say
July 10, 2024 — NATO nations have a long history of working together to increase deterrence and enhance interoperability, and they must build on that experience to draw closer, senior leaders said... MORE

Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen Hicks speaks into a microphone at a lectern, with a blue background behind her.

Sixteenth Air Force hosts Finland’s inaugural visit enhancing cyber defense
July 8, 2024 — Eight Defense Command Finland Cyber Defense delegates visited the Sixteenth Air Force at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland on June 12 for their first key-leader engagement, building a foundation for mutual, bilateral cyber defense... MORE

16th Air Force and Finnish leadership shake hands

U.S. officials agree NATO's worth is unquestionable
July 8, 2024 — For 75 years, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization has been a force for peace that stared down the Soviet Union, and now stands ready to defend all NATO territory from Russian aggression... MORE

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JCS chairman discusses challenge posed by Russia, Great Power Competition
May 23, 2024 — The chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff discussed threats emanating from Russia's invasion of Ukraine and why alliances matter in an era of Great Power competition... MORE

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AFIMSC officer supports global interrogation training exercise
May 22, 2024 — An Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center Airman recently participated in a detention and interrogation exercise for 10 days at Drawsko Combat Training Center, Poland, to support a special training opportunity with allied countries... MORE

Service chiefs discuss role of partnerships in meeting defense demands
May 15, 2024 — Partnerships with allies and across the services are key to maintaining the United States' edge amid an increasingly challenging national security backdrop, the military's top officers said... MORE

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Brown: Joint Force must maintain current edge, prepare for emerging threats
May 8, 2024 — The Defense Department's success in an evolving security landscape is defined by the joint force's ability to address current threats while at the same time preparing for the future, said Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Air Force Gen. CQ Brown Jr... MORE

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DOD's FY 2025 budget focuses on defense, people, teamwork
May 1, 2024 — Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III told lawmakers the Department of Defense budget request centers on defending the nation, taking care of service members and their families, and strengthening relationships with like-minded U.S. partners and allies... MORE

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Honoring our legacy: Army celebrates NATO's 75th anniversary
April 3, 2024 — On April 4, 1949, less than four years after the end of World War II, 12 nations from Europe and North America signed the Washington Treaty and NATO was born... MORE

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DOD's 2025 budget request provides 4.5% raise for service members
March 12, 2024 — The Defense Department laid out details of its $849.8 billion budget request, which is expected to fund operations during fiscal year 2025... MORE

Secretary of Defense praises outgoing Army Chief of Staff
August 7, 2023 — Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III praised the stewardship of Gen. James C. McConville as he relinquished his duties as Army chief of staff Aug. 4... MORE

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State Partnership Program turns 30: The Department of Defense National Guard State Partnership Program today
July 19, 2023 — On the eve of its 30th anniversary, the Department of Defense National Guard State Partnership Program has matured into thriving security cooperation relationships with 100 nations... MORE

NATO Reservist visits South Texas
July 19, 2023 — The 433rd Airlift Wing participated in a military exchange program and hosted a member from the Estonian Defense Force at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland from May 29 to June 9... MORE

1st Lt. Martti Eerma, a Estonian Defense Force reservist, is attacked while wearing padded protective clothing by a military working dog as part of a training demonstration guided by Staff Sgt. Wilson Brantley, 802nd Security Forces Squadron, a military working dog trainer, at Joint Base San Antonio-Medina Annex, Texas, June 8, 2023. Eerma visited the installation as part of the Military Exchange program coordinated with NATO militaries to help develop cultural understanding, regional expertise, language proficiency, and interoperability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mark Colmenares)

President approves mobilization of Reserves to support EUCOM
July 17, 2023 — President Joe Biden issued an executive order July 13 approving the mobilization of select reserve forces with up to 3,000 personnel, augmenting the armed forces in support of Operation Atlantic Resolve. ... MORE