Biden’s gamble: Will pulling troops out of Afghanistan revive extremist threat? Biden is taking a calculated risk that extremists in Afghanistan can be countered by U.S. and partner forces elsewhere in the region. 6 days ago
US adds 500 troops in Germany, ends large-scale troop cut plans despite Trump pledge: SECDEF Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin made the announcement after talks with German Defense Minister Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer on his first tour of Europe since becoming Pentagon chief in January. April 13
Pentagon chief on inaugural tour of Europe to shore up defense ties Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on Monday began an inaugural tour of Europe to shore up partnerships that are a cornerstone of the post-World War II order. April 12
Defense Secretary Austin orders review of deadly 2020 Manda Bay attack in Kenya Gen. Paul Funk, commander of Army Training and Doctrine Command, will conduct the review of the January 2020 attack that killed three Americans and wounded three others. April 12
SECDEF declares ‘ironclad’ US commitment to Israel Austin is steeped in the finer points of Middle East defense and security issues. April 12
Pentagon chief declares ‘ironclad’ US commitment to Israel Austin's first talks in Israel since he became Pentagon chief in January come as the United States seeks to leverage Middle East diplomatic progress made by the Trump administration. April 11
US-Philippines defense officials discuss concerns over China’s ships Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on Saturday discussed with his Philippine counterpart China’s recent positioning of “militia vessels” near the Philippines in the South China Sea. April 11
Navy medic who shot 2 was assigned to Fort Detrick medical research center Navy Hospitalman Casey Nutt and Hospital Corpsman 1st Class Carlos Portugal were shot in the incident. Portugal remained in critical condition as of Wednesday. April 8
Biden seems ready to extend US troop presence in Afghanistan Biden has inched so close to the deadline that his indecision amounts almost to a decision to put off, at least for a number of months, a pullout of the remaining 2,500 troops. April 8
US military cites rising risk of Chinese move against Taiwan The worry about Taiwan comes as China wields new strength from years of military buildup. April 7