Happy Birthday, U.S. Coast Guard! From early maritime enforcement actions to current search and rescue missions, the Coast Guard has played a vital role in our Nation's security. Their efforts are essential to the Joint Force and enhance our ability to respond to diverse challenges.

On #PurpleHeartDay, we honor those across the Joint Force who were wounded or made the ultimate sacrifice for our Nation. Today, and every day, we remember their courage and stand together in gratitude for their selfless service.

Happy Birthday to the Department of Defense 🇺🇸! Since August 10, 1949, the Department has been central to our Nation's security, bringing together our Armed Forces under a unified command structure, enhancing coordination and collaboration, and strengthening the Joint Force.

The Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III Strategic Thinkers Program is shaping the future of the Department of Defense 🇺🇸 by enhancing strategic thinking and adaptability. Great to engage with these military and civilian leaders regarding their preparation for future uncertainties with innovative approaches.

Delighted to meet with Australia’s Vice Chief of the Defence Force Air Marshal Robert Chipman. The U.S.- Australia alliance plays a critical role in maintaining peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. jcs.mil/Media/News/New…

Appreciated the opportunity to meet with Service members Offutt Air Force Base while in Omaha. Maintaining a strategic advantage over our adversaries remains paramount, and the dedicated men and women from Team Offutt are instrumental in meeting this objective.

Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces Gen. Oleksandr Syrskyi and I exchanged assessments of the current security environment amid Russia’s unprovoked and ongoing invasion of Ukraine. jcs.mil/Media/News/New…

Delighted to speak with General Joseph Aoun, the Lebanon Chief of Defense. We spoke to our enduring partnership and its vital contribution to achieving stability and security in the region during this critical time. Ministry of Defense U.S. Central Command Embassy Of Lebanon in Washington, D.C. jcs.mil/Media/News/New…

Glad to host LtGen Issa Al Mazrouei, Chief of Staff of the UAE Armed Forces at the Pentagon for a Counterpart Visit. As a key Gulf partner, our critical interoperability is a pillar for a secure and prosperous Middle East. @modgoveae UAE Embassy US U.S. Central Command

Good to speak with Gen Charles Muriu Kahariri, Chief of Defense Forces for Kenya. As a key regional partner, we stand with the KDF in their efforts to ensure a secure, prosperous, and democratic Kenya. U.S. Embassy Nairobi @KDFINFO U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) jcs.mil/Media/News/New…

An impactful meeting with Maj Gen Yousef Al-Huneiti, Jordanian Chairman of Joint Chiefs of Staff yesterday. Our partnership with Jordan Armed Forces is essential in achieving our like-minded goals of security and stability across the Middle East. @USEmbassyJordan@CENTCOM

Glad to make the trip to Tel Aviv where I met with Ministry of Defense יואב גלנט - Yoav Gallant and Israel Defense Forces Chief of the General Staff LTG Herzi Halevi. The U.S. military is postured to support in the defense of Israel, deter a broader conflict, and protect our forces. jcs.mil/Media/News/New…

The U.S. & Chile share a strong, longstanding defense partnership. Today in Santiago, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General CQ Brown, Jr., #SOUTHCOM Commander Gen. Laura Richardson & Bernadette Meehan met with Chile’s Chief of the Chilean Military Joint Staff, VADM Pablo Niemann, to

Honored to be hosted by the Chilean Minister of Defense Maya Fernandez Allende & Chief of the Chilean Military Joint Staff, VADM Pablo Niemann. Thank you for the hospitality and for hosting the annual #SOUTHDEC conference with @southcom Gen. Laura Richardson. jcs.mil/Media/News/New…

Appreciated the opportunity to provide remarks at the Annual @southcom South American Defense Conference in Santiago, Chile. I met with many of my SOUTHCOM counterparts to discuss defense modernization & strengthening our interoperability and readiness in the region. #SOUTHDEC24

Appreciated the opportunity to discuss cybersecurity and AI in military operations during a fireside chat with David Levy at the 15th annual @billingtoncyber security summit in DC – an excellent forum with leaders & industry on keeping a competitive edge over our adversaries.