Obama Pledges All Resources Oklahoma Needs
White House photo by Chuck Kennedy
The American people will stand with their fellow citizens in Oklahoma, President Barack Obama said from the White House, May 21, 2012. The president issued a disaster declaration to expedite resources to support the immediate response. “The people of Moore [Okla.] should know that their country will remain on the ground, there for them, beside them as long as it takes,” Obama said.
National Guard Responds To Tornado Disaster
U.S. Army photo by Sgt. 1st Class Kendall James
Nearly 250 members of the Oklahoma National Guard were assisting with victim search and security in Moore, Okla., May 21, 2013, where a monster tornado left dozens dead, National Guard Bureau officials said in a release. The twister hit May 20, 2013, about 3:15 p.m. CDT.
Hagel Hosts Russia's Security Council Secretary at Pentagon
DOD photo by U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Aaron Hostutler
U.S. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel met with Russian Federation Security Council Secretary General Nikolai Patrushev at the Pentagon, May 21, 2103, where they discussed missile defense, increasing military-to-military cooperation and Syria, Pentagon Press Secretary George Little said. Hagel also said he was looking forward to continued dialogue with Russian Defense Minister Sergey Shoygu.
Secretary Welcomes Australian Defense Minister
DOD photo by Erin A. Kirk-Cuomo
U.S. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel discussed the rotation of U.S. forces to Australia, space and cyberspace cooperation and investment in defense capabilities during a meeting with Australian Defense Minister Stephen Smith at the Pentagon, May 21, 2013. Pentagon Press Secretary George Little said Hagel also thanked Smith for Australia’s commitment in Afghanistan.
Hagel Initiatives Combat Sexual Assaults in Military
DOD photo by Erin A. Kirk-Cuomo
Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel has launched new initiatives to eradicate sexual assault in the military. The multidisciplinary approach addresses sexual assault prevention from the command to the recruiting levels, and will increase reporting and improve victim care. Hagel also appointed an independent panel to make recommendations on legal reforms to hold sexual offenders accountable.
DOD Highlights Safety for Military Riders
DOD photo
The Defense Department marks the start of prime motorcycle riding weather by designating each May as Motorcycle Safety Month. This special report highlights DOD and service-related efforts to enhance the safety and overall riding experience for troops and veterans through training, mentorship and education.
U.S. Soldiers Conduct Air Assault in Hesarak Village
U.S. Army photo by Spc. Vang Seng Thao
U.S. Army Sgt. Mathew Gilling scanned the area while providing security from the top of a barrier in the Hesarak village of Nangarhar province, Afghanistan, May 14, 2013. Gilling is assigned to 101st Airborne Division's Company A, 1st Battalion, 327th Infantry Regiment.
