In his last meeting, Austin challenges Ukraine Defense Contact Group not to fail or falter

In his last meeting, Austin challenges Ukraine Defense Contact Group not to fail or falter
In his last meeting, Austin challenges Ukraine Defense Contact Group not to fail or falter

Austin’s words were echoed by senior European officials, as the continent prepares for the inauguration of Donald Trump and what could look like a very different US foreign policy.

Austin announces $1B in new Ukraine aid, warns against abandoning Kyiv

Austin announces $1B in new Ukraine aid, warns against abandoning Kyiv
Austin announces $1B in new Ukraine aid, warns against abandoning Kyiv

As US defense leaders and lawmakers debate national security this weekend, European allies prepare for shifting policies.

‘Campaign mindset’: Pentagon unveils new, formal strategy to defend against rising unmanned threats

‘Campaign mindset’: Pentagon unveils new, formal strategy to defend against rising unmanned threats
‘Campaign mindset’: Pentagon unveils new, formal strategy to defend against rising unmanned threats

As a new administration is set to take the reins of the Pentagon, the counter-drone strategy revealed today is meant to “lay a foundation for the Department to be able to get after this threat in a way that will be successful and get ahead of the evolution that we’re seeing,” a DoD official said.

Philippines, US build tighter intel ties, ease exports: ‘We are family,’ says Austin

Philippines, US build tighter intel ties, ease exports: ‘We are family,’ says Austin
Philippines, US build tighter intel ties, ease exports: ‘We are family,’ says Austin

“Not only will this allow the Philippines access to higher capabilities and big-ticket items from the United States, it will also open opportunities to pursue similar agreements with like-minded nations,” Philippine Defense spokesman Arsenio Andolong said according to local media.

The truly spooky munitions shortage for the Pentagon: Silver bullets

The truly spooky munitions shortage for the Pentagon: Silver bullets
The truly spooky munitions shortage for the Pentagon: Silver bullets

From the Ukraine conflict to battlefield tech to the Pentagon’s ability to innovate, DoD officials often say that, sadly, they have no magical munitions.

South Korea eyes pathway for AUKUS Pillar II with new defense tech agreement

South Korea eyes pathway for AUKUS Pillar II with new defense tech agreement
South Korea eyes pathway for AUKUS Pillar II with new defense tech agreement

Over the next year, South Korea and the US will stand up a defense science and technology executive committee to explore emerging tech and AUKUS Pillar II cooperation.

In Ukraine, Austin takes aim at Putin ‘apologists,’ decries ‘both sides’ narrative on blame for war

In Ukraine, Austin takes aim at Putin ‘apologists,’ decries ‘both sides’ narrative on blame for war
In Ukraine, Austin takes aim at Putin ‘apologists,’ decries ‘both sides’ narrative on blame for war

The speech came days after Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump suggested Ukrainian leadership “let the war start.”

Adding second Virginia-class sub would come at expense of Navy’s next-gen fighter, Austin warns

Adding second Virginia-class sub would come at expense of Navy’s next-gen fighter, Austin warns
Adding second Virginia-class sub would come at expense of Navy’s next-gen fighter, Austin warns

“Adding a second submarine would require the Department to reduce the Next Generation Fighter program by $400 million, making the fighter program unexecutable and degrading the Navy’s ability to field next generation aircraft capabilities required in the 2033 to 2037 timeframe,” Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said.

Pentagon homes in on counter-drone tech in Replicator 2 initiative

Pentagon homes in on counter-drone tech in Replicator 2 initiative
Pentagon homes in on counter-drone tech in Replicator 2 initiative

“The expectation is that Replicator 2 will assist with overcoming challenges we face in the areas of production capacity, technology innovation, authorities, policies, open system architecture and system integration, and force structure,” Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said.

New torpedoes for P-8s and Pillar II awards: AUKUS leaders in London

New torpedoes for P-8s and Pillar II awards: AUKUS leaders in London
New torpedoes for P-8s and Pillar II awards: AUKUS leaders in London

“[We] probably would need some time to figure out what the timetable is [for industry solicitations] because part of it requires three nations to commit funds, and so I wouldn’t want to get ahead of anybody else’s budget,” said a senior US defense official.

AUKUS defense chiefs to descend on London to discuss Pillar I and II roadmap

AUKUS defense chiefs to descend on London to discuss Pillar I and II roadmap
AUKUS defense chiefs to descend on London to discuss Pillar I and II roadmap

“With changing governments, it provides an opportunity to review progress and sets a path for continued work,” said Pentagon spokesman Army Maj. Pete Nguyen.

US, Australia to expand basing cooperation, finalize PrSM and GMLRS missile production plans

US, Australia to expand basing cooperation, finalize PrSM and GMLRS missile production plans
US, Australia to expand basing cooperation, finalize PrSM and GMLRS missile production plans

“We have seen today groundbreaking discussions in respect of a much greater collaboration between our defense industry bases, particular in respect of the manufacture of guided weapons in Australia,” Australian Defence Minister Richard Marles said.

In Manila, Austin and Blinken pledge $500 million to bolster Philippines military modernization

In Manila, Austin and Blinken pledge $500 million to bolster Philippines military modernization
In Manila, Austin and Blinken pledge $500 million to bolster Philippines military modernization

“This is really designed to support the modernization of Filipino forces and Coast Guard as they transition to focus on external defense,” said US Secretary of State Antony Blinken.

John Sherman leaving CIO post at end of June

John Sherman leaving CIO post at end of June
John Sherman leaving CIO post at end of June

Sherman will serve as the next Dean of the Bush School of Government and Public Service at Texas A&M University.