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Press Events Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III

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Secretary of Defense
Lloyd J. Austin III

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Press Events Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen H. Hicks

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Deputy Secretary of Defense
Kathleen H. Hicks

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Press Events Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff Army Gen.Mark A. Milley  

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Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff
Army Gen.Mark A. Milley  

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Press Events Vice Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff Air Force Gen.John E. Hyten  

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Vice Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff
Air Force Gen.John E. Hyten  

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Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III is traveling to Europe to reassure allies and partners of America's commitment to their sovereignty in the face of Russian aggression.
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Despite the recent Chinese show of force, the U.S. will continue to support a peaceful resolution of cross-strait issues, consistent with the wishes and best interests of the people of Taiwan, Pentagon Press Secretary John F. Kirby said.