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[Archive: Lloyd J. Austin III @SecDefAustin]

Today, I had the distinct honor of laying a wreath in honor of both American and South Korean troops who gave their lives during the Korean War. More than 70 years after the Korean War, our two nations stand shoulder-to-shoulder to defend democracy on the Korean Peninsula.

[Archive: Lloyd J. Austin III @SecDefAustin]

I welcomed Pehin Halbi to the Pentagon today to discuss our growing defense partnership with Brunei. Our two countries are strengthening our cooperation in support of our shared vision for a free and open Indo-Pacific.

[Archive: Lloyd J. Austin III @SecDefAustin]

Our greatest advantage is our people. I know it & our senior leaders know it. Many of us continue to serve today for this reason – our teammates. I’m grateful that some of our leaders shared why they joined the military. Now, I want to hear from you. Why do you serve? #WhyIServe

[Archive: Kathleen Hicks @DepSecDefHicks]

Congratulations to the 2023 Office of the Secretary of Defense junior and senior enlisted members of the Year, Tech. Sgt. Oksana Ivaniv and Sgt. 1st Class Zachary Andrews. Our enlisted service members are the technical experts and hands-on professionals who are charged with the hard work of executing our National Defense Strategy. Their knowledge, leadership skills and dedication to mission is unmatched anywhere in the world, and essential to making our military the greatest fighting force on earth.

[Sheena Chestnut Greitens @SheenaGreitens]

Delighted and honored to take up the role of editor-in-chief at @TXNatSecReview:

[Archive: Lloyd J. Austin III @SecDefAustin]

I’m proud of the progress we have made over the past three-and-a-half years to strengthen America’s alliances and partners around the world, and we’ll continue the push to deliver results.

[Archive: Lloyd J. Austin III @SecDefAustin]

On the eve of the #Olympics opening ceremony, I wish our service members the very best in Paris.

Each athlete put in the reps and sets—and represent the very best of this Department. Congratulations again and make us proud, #TeamUSA!

[Archive: Lloyd J. Austin III @SecDefAustin]

I’m wheels up for my 11th trip to the Indo-Pacific tomorrow. I’m looking forward to the meetings in Tokyo and Manila to advance our shared vision for a free and open Indo-Pacific.

[Archive: Lloyd J. Austin III @SecDefAustin]

Service deepens our democracy and brings us closer to the full promise of America's founding.

You've heard from me about #WhyIServe, but I want to hear from you.

Share your story and tell us: why do you serve?

[Archive: Lloyd J. Austin III @SecDefAustin]

I met for the first time with Secretary Healy at the NATO Summit in Washington today. Our shared ideals are at the heart of the U.S.-U.K. special relationship. I look forward to working closely with my new UK counterpart to tackle today’s security challenges.

[Archive: Lloyd J. Austin III @SecDefAustin]

I am proud that today, @POTUS, alongside Denmark and the Netherlands, announced that the Ukrainian Armed Forces will be flying F-16s this summer. The transfer of F-16s is officially underway

[Archive: Lloyd J. Austin III @SecDefAustin]

Today, I spoke with my 🇺🇦 counterpart @rustem_umerov regarding Ukraine’s most pressing battlefield needs and ongoing U.S. security assistance efforts. I reiterated our unwavering support of Ukraine as it continues to push back on Russia’s aggression.

https://t.co/brgI7PSUPI

[Archive: Lloyd J. Austin III @SecDefAustin]

Airmen stationed at the 15th and 154th Wings in Hawaii work alongside our Allies and partners to provide unparalleled air power capabilities and expertise.

It was an honor to thank them for their service and sacrifice today.

[Archive: Lloyd J. Austin III @SecDefAustin]

After two years of Putin’s reckless and lawless war, we salute Ukraine’s brave defenders, and we wish Ukraine’s unbowed citizens peace, security, and freedom.

[Nathan Freier @NathanFreier]

Just wrapped “Assessing Alternative Theater Design Options”…Decent reference to assess various theater and functional strategic choices in light of gr8 power competition. Hopefully, it’ll be out on the @ArmyWarCollege @SSInow website this week. I’ll keep you posted.

[John Schaus @schausdc]

Here’s some exciting news. Congratulations to my amazing (and not on Twitter) wife!

[Tanvi Madan @tanvi_madan]

🇮🇳🇺🇸 "With the threat of cyber attacks mounting against the Indian armed forces, the Department of Military Affairs is planning to send up to 100 personnel to US to train in latest cybersecurity technology and artificial intelligence for future warfare"
https://t.co/3mGwvEAxi2

[TIME @TIME]

One-third of U.S. troops opted out of the COVID-19 vaccine. U.S. Rep. Seth Moulton and @TammySSchultz on why that is dangerous for national security https://t.co/cK7N7gVaUe

[AEI Foreign Policy @AEIfdp]

NEW: 11 @AEI scholars discuss the deterrent value of America’s military forces operating forward, conducting operations that prevented specific outcomes invidious to US interests. Read their excerpted ideas here: https://t.co/iz9ogOEt1D