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.

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Joint Chiefs Chairman says DoD operations not affected by widespread CrowdStrike ‘glitch’

Joint Chiefs Chairman says DoD operations not affected by widespread CrowdStrike ‘glitch’
Joint Chiefs Chairman says DoD operations not affected by widespread CrowdStrike ‘glitch’

“I’m sure our adversaries are looking at this as a way to, I would say put sand in our gears when we’re trying to generate combat power,” Gen. CQ Brown said.

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The sights of SOF Week 2024 [Photos]

The sights of SOF Week 2024 [Photos]
The sights of SOF Week 2024 [Photos]

A look at some of what this year’s SOF Week conference in Tampa had to offer.

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US approves $6B weapons package for Ukraine, but Kyiv stalled on Patriot battery breakthrough

US approves $6B weapons package for Ukraine, but Kyiv stalled on Patriot battery breakthrough
US approves $6B weapons package for Ukraine, but Kyiv stalled on Patriot battery breakthrough

All equipment included in the pledge is to be ordered from industry, not drawn from US stocks — meaning it could take years for the weapons to arrive in Ukraine.

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Sullivan says Ukraine supplemental should cover all of 2024, long-range ATACMS now in Ukraine

Sullivan says Ukraine supplemental should cover all of 2024, long-range ATACMS now in Ukraine
Sullivan says Ukraine supplemental should cover all of 2024, long-range ATACMS now in Ukraine

“We now have a significant number of ATACMS coming off their production line and entering US stocks,” Jake Sullivan said today. “And as a result, we can move forward with providing the ATACMS while also sustaining the readiness of the US armed forces.”

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After ‘dangerous’ PLA radio silence, Joint Chief’s Brown speaks with Chinese counterpart

After ‘dangerous’ PLA radio silence, Joint Chief’s Brown speaks with Chinese counterpart
After ‘dangerous’ PLA radio silence, Joint Chief’s Brown speaks with Chinese counterpart

“These are the kinds of discussions that we need to have to try to avoid misunderstanding and miscalculation,” a senior defense official told reporters of the call between Joint Chiefs Chairman CQ Brown and his counterpart in the People’s Liberation Army.

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From a suspected spy balloon to a missing plane: 5 air warfare stories from 2023

From a suspected spy balloon to a missing plane: 5 air warfare stories from 2023
From a suspected spy balloon to a missing plane: 5 air warfare stories from 2023

“How in the hell do you lose an F-35?”

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89 Department of Air Force new starts at risk unless Congress acts on budget: Official

89 Department of Air Force new starts at risk unless Congress acts on budget: Official
89 Department of Air Force new starts at risk unless Congress acts on budget: Official

Kristyn Jones, who is performing the duties of the under secretary of the Air Force, warned that modernization initiatives aimed at countering China would also be at risk if a budget impasse in Congress stretches on.

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‘America must not waver’: Austin urges congressional action for US military, Ukraine, Israel

‘America must not waver’: Austin urges congressional action for US military, Ukraine, Israel
‘America must not waver’: Austin urges congressional action for US military, Ukraine, Israel

At the Reagan National Defense Forum, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin also emphasized that Jerusalem must minimize civilian deaths in Gaza in order to keep any tactical victory from turning into a strategic defeat.

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‘Historically costly’: Joint Chiefs chairman outlines year-long CR impact

‘Historically costly’: Joint Chiefs chairman outlines year-long CR impact
‘Historically costly’: Joint Chiefs chairman outlines year-long CR impact

In a letter to the Senate appropriations chair, Gen. CQ Brown warns, “We cannot outpace our pacing challenge [China] while under a CR.”

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As Milley exits, ‘toothaches’ and challenges facing Brown’s first days as Joint Chiefs chair

As Milley exits, ‘toothaches’ and challenges facing Brown’s first days as Joint Chiefs chair
As Milley exits, ‘toothaches’ and challenges facing Brown’s first days as Joint Chiefs chair

“We don’t take an oath to a religion. We don’t take an oath to a king, or queen, or tyrant, or dictator. And we don’t take an oath to a wannabe dictator,” Gen. Mark Milley said today.

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Senate confirms Army, Marine Corps chiefs, though Tuberville hold continues

Senate confirms Army, Marine Corps chiefs, though Tuberville hold continues
Senate confirms Army, Marine Corps chiefs, though Tuberville hold continues

Gen. Randy George and Gen. Eric Smith will now formally take over leadership of the Army and Marine Corps, respectively.

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Senate confirms new Joint Chiefs chairman, set to vote on Marine and Army chiefs in political twist

Senate confirms new Joint Chiefs chairman, set to vote on Marine and Army chiefs in political twist
Senate confirms new Joint Chiefs chairman, set to vote on Marine and Army chiefs in political twist

A breakthrough in a blockade on military confirmations came after the Senate’s top Democrat moved to hold individual votes for Brown, as well as Army and Marine Corps leaders.

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National Guard chief looks to keep 25 Guard fighter squadrons, but may need help from Hill

National Guard chief looks to keep 25 Guard fighter squadrons, but may need help from Hill
National Guard chief looks to keep 25 Guard fighter squadrons, but may need help from Hill

“We have 25 fighter squadrons in the Guard right now. And when I look at the global demand, my personal view is I think we need to keep all 25 of those. I think our nation needs that capability,” said National Guard chief Gen. Daniel Hokanson.

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