Great to welcome Norwegian Chief of Defence Gen. Eirik Kristoffersen to the Pentagon. Norway is a steadfast NATO Ally and our close coordination is critical to addressing shared security challenges worldwide. jcs.mil/Media/News/New…

Working seamlessly across the #JointForce is critical to ensuring we remain the most capable military force in the world. I appreciated the opportunity to recognize a few military and civilian personnel from The Joint Staff 🇺🇸 whose contributions strengthen our efforts every day.

On Gold Star Spouses Day, we pay tribute to the strength and resilience of those who have lost a loved one in service to our Nation. Your sacrifice will never be forgotten. Today, and every day, we stand with you.

When it comes to strengthening our national security, collaboration between the DoD and our industry partners is essential. My thanks to NDIA for the insightful discussion on how we can build a more resilient and innovative defense industrial ecosystem, together.

On the 75th Anniversary of NATO, we celebrate the enduring strength of our transatlantic Alliance and our unwavering commitment to collective defense. Together, we stand as a formidable force, ensuring peace and security for our Nations and beyond. #1NATO75years

Honored to administer the Oath of Enlistment to new Service members at the Baltimore Military Entrance Processing Station. Our military has the most advanced satellites, aircraft, ships and tanks, but our decisive advantage has always been our people. Welcome to the Joint Force!

April marks the Month of the Military Child, a time to recognize the unique sacrifices made by children in military families across the Joint Force. Their support enables our Service members to protect and defend our Nation.

Chief of the Israeli General Staff Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi and I discussed ongoing and future operations in Gaza, to include U.S. emphasis on the protection of civilians and access to humanitarian assistance.
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I appreciated the opportunity to speak with Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces Gen. Oleksandr Syrskyi about the latest battlefield assessments. The U.S. stands firmly with Ukraine against Russia’s unprovoked aggression.
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As the son of a Vietnam Veteran, I’m honored that we can all recognize our Vietnam Veterans and their families on National Vietnam War Veterans Day. To those who sacrificed so much on behalf of our Nation, we are forever grateful for your service.

I spoke with Japan Joint Staff Chief of Staff Gen. Yoshihide Yoshida and ROK Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Adm. Kim Myung-soo. Our trilateral cooperation helps ensure peace and stability on the Korean Peninsula, in the Indo-Pacific, and beyond.
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On #MedalofHonorDay , we recognize the unparalleled courage and selflessness of Service members across the Joint Force who have been awarded our Nation's highest military decoration. Their valor and sacrifice exemplify the highest ideals of service and inspire us all.

The Ukraine Defense Contact Group remains essential, not only in addressing Ukraine's needs but also strengthening NATO & bolstering our Defense Industrial Base. Our continued support will ensure Ukraine’s success today & into the future, yielding readiness gains for all of us.

I met with Admiral Giuseppe Cavo Dragone, Italy’s Chief of Defense, today to discuss items of mutual strategic interest. The U.S.-Italian relationship is deep and enduring, and our security cooperation is at the heart of our partnership.

I appreciated the opportunity to meet with several of my counterparts while in Ramstein for the Ukraine Defense Contact Group meeting. The work of the UDCG remains critical to each of us, to Ukraine, and to the future of security in Europe and around the globe.

This morning I joined Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III for a meeting with Ukrainian Defence Minister Umerov on the margins of the 20th meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group. The U.S. remains unwavering in its support for Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.