The attack on Abbey Gate, which killed American service members and Afghan civilians during the non-combatant evacuation of Kabul, was not a complex attack, the commander of U.S. Central Command said.
NATO is a transatlantic alliance of 30 like-minded North American and European countries securing peace since 1949.
The Defense Department is working closely with the Department of Health and Human Services and the State Department to provide support in dealing with the coronavirus outbreak.
As the 28th secretary of defense, Lloyd J. Austin III is the principal assistant to the president in all matters relating to the Department of Defense and also serves on the National Security Council.
The ISIS leader who died during a U.S. Special Operations mission to capture him in northwest Syria was "every bit as evil and committed to attacks on the United States and its partners as was his predecessor," the commander of U.S. Central Command said.
Integrating women, peace and security ideals into plans, strategy and policy is important, as is helping allies and partners understand the value of inclusivity and diversity, the principal director of cyber policy in the office of the secretary of defense said.
The Defense Department must become a digital and artificial intelligence-enabled enterprise capable of operating at the speed and scale necessary to preserve its military advantage, according to a memorandum issued by Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen H. Hicks.
The Defense Department recognizes the bravery and exceptional service of Black military and civilian personnel and celebrates the richness and diversity of their achievements during February and all year.
Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said the United States and its citizens are safer after the death of the leader of ISIS in northwest Syria.
More than three decades ago, the movie Top Gun not only had everyone feeling "the need for speed," it also introduced the Navy's elite fighter weapons school to the world.
Take a glimpse into the daily lives of the Defense Department and its people through the eyes of military photographers during operations, training activities, humanitarian missions and other major events of 2021.
The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, America's final resting place for those whose remains have not been found or identified, inspires reflection on service, valor, sacrifice and mourning.
Take a look behind the lens at the missions and accomplishments of the men and women who serve in the U.S. armed forces.