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A man in uniform gives hand signals as cargo is loaded into a military aircraft.

May 31, 2023

DOD Announces New Security Assistance Package for Ukraine

WASHINGTON — The Defense Department announced an additional security assistance package for Ukraine that contains key capabilities to arm against Russian airstrikes targeting critical infrastructure across the country.

Aug. 10, 2022

Austin's Visit to Latvia Underscores U.S. Commitment

Riga, Latvia — Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III told Latvian leaders the United States will enhance its presence in the NATO front-line states and assured them that includes their country.

Airmen load cargo on an aircraft.

March 4, 2022

U.S. Provided More Than $1 Billion in Security Assistance to Ukraine in Past Year

WASHINGTON — Contents of the most recent security assistance package approved for Ukraine — valued at $350 million dollars — is on its way now and is billed as "the largest presidential drawdown package in history," a senior defense official said.

A military vehicle with rocket-launchers on the back sits in the desert.

Jan. 31, 2022

'Major Non-NATO Ally' Designation Will Enhance U.S., Qatar Relationship

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden indicated plans to nominate Qatar as a "major non-NATO ally" for the United States during a meeting with Qatari Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani.

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Jan. 25, 2022

Additional Security Assistance Headed to Ukraine

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden has explained to Russian President Vladimir Putin that there will be "severe consequences," largely economic, if there were to be a Russian invasion of Ukraine, Pentagon Press Secretary John F. Kirby said.

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June 11, 2021

Border Barrier Money Returns, Ukraine Aid Package Announced

PENTAGON — The Biden administration's cancellation of border barriers returns $2.2 billion to the Defense Department, Pentagon Press Secretary John F. Kirby said.

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Feb. 4, 2021

Biden Says Defense, State Will Work Together to Rebuild U.S. Foreign Policy

WASHINGTON — The Defense Department and the State Department will work closely and in tandem to better represent to the world the power of American values and ideals, President Joseph R. Biden Jr. said.