Joint Base San Antonio > News > News

War Department senior leaders prioritize Western Hemispheric security
March 19, 2026 — The War Department is prioritizing security in the Western Hemisphere, which is integral to U.S. homeland defense, said Joseph M. Humire, performing the duties of assistant secretary of war for homeland defense and Americas security affairs... MORE

A man speaks into a microphone while sitting at a table in front of spectators.

Eucom commander says military relationship wth NATO partners remains strong
March 13, 2026 — During a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing on Capitol Hill, the commander of U.S. European Command and supreme allied commander Europe said the U.S. military's relationship with its NATO partners throughout the region remains strong... MORE

An airman speaks into a microphone while sitting at a table with people sitting in the background.

Texas grant to expand space domain awareness accelerator
March 2, 2026 — The Space Force and the Texas Space Commission partnered to establish a $9.27 million hub at the University of Texas at Austin, an effort to speed the development of technology for national defense... MORE

Hegseth calls for military unity across Western Hemisphere at inaugural defense chiefs gathering
February 12, 2026 — Secretary of War Pete Hegseth called on defense chiefs and other senior military leaders from 34 Western Hemisphere countries to unite in deterrence against bad actors who may already be operating in, or working to encroach upon, the region... MORE

A plaque on a wall reads "Department of War."

Baltic States pledge to meet NATO's 5% GDP military target
July 28, 2025 — Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth held an enhanced honor cordon and quadrilateral meeting at the Pentagon, welcoming Estonian Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur, Latvian Defense Minister Andris Sprūds and Lithuanian Defense Minister Dovilė Šakalienė... MORE

Four people stand at podiums during a briefing.

Hegseth, Philippine president meet to advance deterrence in Indo-Pacific
July 22, 2025 — Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth hosted Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. at the Pentagon, where the two leaders reaffirmed their commitment to the U.S.-Philippines Mutual Defense Treaty and discussed security concerns in the Asia-Pacific region... MORE

Two people wearing formal attire shake hands outside a building with steps and columns. Service members from each U.S. military branch stand in formation behind them; some hold ceremonial weapons, and one holds the American flag.

Hegseth thanks German counterpart for stepping up to defense challenges
July 15, 2025 — Germany committed to a permanent brigade in Lithuania, a sizable purchase of F-35 Lightning II fighter jets, an increase in defense spending and being a key nexus for providing support to Ukraine during a meeting with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth at the Pentagon... MORE

Two men in business suit shake hands in front of a building. Several men and women in military dress uniforms are standing behind them holding rifles. One service member is holding the American flag. In the background are several people holding cameras.

Argentina increases military ties to the United States
July 7, 2025 — Argentina and the United States will continue to build on their more than 200-year relationship, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said... MORE

Two men wearing business attire stand atop stairs, as people wearing formal military uniforms stand in formation.

Army works to deter Chinese threats while supporting joint force, allies, partners
July 2, 2025 — Commander of U.S. Army Pacific Army Gen. Ronald P. Clark said China is developing military technologies, capabilities and procedures at a pace and scale never before seen... MORE

A general wearing an Army dress uniform speaks during a seated interview at a Washington think tank.

76 years of care, Air Force Medical Service honors its community
July 1, 2025 — The Air Force Medical Service turns 76 on July 1, marking more than seven decades of service, sacrifice and innovation in military medicine... MORE

Hegseth outlines U.S. vision for Indo-Pacific, addresses China threat
June 2, 2025 — While delivering plenary remarks at the 2025 Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth outlined to numerous Asian ally countries DOD's vision for the Indo-Pacific region, while addressing the strategic threat posed by China... MORE

A man in a suit stands at a lectern on a stage in front of an audience in a lecture hall.

Hegseth says deterring China important for hemispheric security
May 5, 2025 — Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth hosted an enhanced honor cordon and meeting, welcoming Peruvian Defense Minister Walter Astudillo and Peruvian Foreign Affairs Minister Elmer Schialer to the Pentagon... MORE

Three men in suits stand looking left in front of the silhouette of a soldier.

Senior leaders chart the future of the U.S. Space Force at CSIS
December 19, 2024 — U.S. Space Force senior leaders participated in keynote and panel discussions with industry experts and leaders highlighting the Space Force’s feats since its formation and provided glimpses of what’s next for the service... MORE

U.S. Cyber Command chief discusses challenges of getting intel to users
December 9, 2024 — The United States has spent trillions of dollars on ensuring intelligence and the network that distributes that intelligence is the best on the planet, but more needs to be done, Air Force Gen. Timothy D. Haugh said... MORE

A photo of Air Force Gen. Timothy D. Haugh in front of flags.

AETC commander emphasizes readiness, strategic partnerships at military flight training summit
November 7, 2024 — U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Brian Robinson, commander of Air Education and Training Command, delivered the keynote address at the Institute for Defense and Government Advancement Military and Flight Training Summit on Oct. 29... MORE

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Brian Robinson, commander of Air Education and Training Command, delivers the keynote speech at the Military Flight Training Conference Oct. 29, 2024, in San Antonio, Texas. The conference brought together over 300 military and industry leaders, aviation trainers, and international delegates focused on the future of pilot training. Lt. Gen. Robinson outlined strategic initiatives to modernize flight curriculum, integrate emerging technologies, and enhance joint training across the U.S. Air Force, Navy, and Army, as well as with allied nations. Robinson emphasized a data-driven approach to address the ongoing pilot shortage, fostering collaboration across branches to equip the next generation of aviators with critical skills for a complex global landscape. (U.S. Air Force photo by Jonathan Mallard)

Growing cyber threats prompt Philippine Army’s visit to Sixteenth Air Force
October 7, 2024 — Col. Edward Rivera, 616th Operations Center director of operations, welcomed Philippine Army Col. Windell Rebong, Command and Control Communications and Cyber Systems, deputy assistant chief, and five associates to Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland on July 18, for a subject-matter-expert exchange amid rising cyberattacks... MORE

616th Operation Center leadership exchanges patches with Philippine Army leadership in a conference room.

DOD launches Defense Security Cooperation Service to further bolster U.S. advantage through partnerships
October 3, 2024 — The United States' network of military partnerships around the globe is key to maintaining its advantage over strategic competitors, Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen Hicks said... MORE

A woman in civilian attire greets a service member in uniform.

Combatant commanders detail range of emerging threats, highlight role of partnerships in maintaining edge
September 19, 2024 — Partnerships are key to defending against a rapidly evolving threat landscape and assuring the United States' advantage for the long term, senior Defense Department leaders said... MORE

Two service members work at a computer terminal.

Partnerships key to U.S. cyber strategy, DOD official says
September 9, 2024 — Partnerships are critical to the Defense Department's proactive cyber defense strategy, a senior official said... MORE

A service member stands, looking down toward a computer, while a second service member is seated at the computer.

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)