An official website of the United States Government 
Here's how you know

Official websites use .gov

A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States.

Secure .gov websites use HTTPS

A lock ( lock ) or https:// means you’ve safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.

Photos

Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Secretary of Defense Donald H. Rumsfeld and President Eduard Shevardnadze listen to reporter's question during a joint press briefing in Tblisi, Georgia, on Dec. 15, 2001. Rumsfeld is meeting with leaders of Georgia to strengthen the existing ties between the two countries.

Secretary Rumsfeld and President Shevardnadze listen to reporter's question during a press briefing in Tblisi.

Secretary of Defense Donald H. Rumsfeld and President Eduard Shevardnadze listen to reporter's question during a joint press briefing in Tblisi, Georgia, on Dec. 15, 2001. Rumsfeld is meeting with leaders of Georgia to strengthen the existing ties between the two countries.

Photo Gallery