Lloyd Austin

Taiwan at core of China's core interests: Chinese MoD

TEHRAN, Nov. 22 (MNA) – Chinese Defence Minister Wei Fenghe on Tuesday told his US counterpart that Taiwan is at the core of China’s core interests and was a “red-line” that must not be crossed.

US not seeking to create Asian NATO: Pentagon chief

TEHRAN, Jun. 12 (MNA) – The US Secretary of Defense said that his country is not seeking confrontation or conflict and a new Cold War, an Asian NATO, or a region split into hostile blocs.

US vows full support to Kyiv against Moscow

TEHRAN, Dec. 05 (MNA)-Pentagon chief says that the US will offer full support to Ukraine in case of any confrontation with Russia.

Ex-military officers ask Austin, Milley to resign

TEHRAN, Aug. 31 (MNA) – Dozens of retired generals and admirals are demanding that the US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Mark Milley resign over the botched withdrawal from Afghanistan.

US withdrawal from Afghanistan may be extended after Aug. 31

TEHRAN, Aug. 22 (MNA) – The US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin announced the possibility of extending the operation of withdrawal of US forces from Afghanistan after Aug. 31.

Blinken, Austin reportedly call on Afghan Pres. to resign

TEHRAN, Aug. 13 (MNA) – The US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin have reportedly called on Afghan President Ashraf Ghani to resign and allow the formation of a transitional government.

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US sending B-52s, carrier to guard Afghanistan pull-out

TEHRAN, Apr. 24 (MNA) – The Pentagon claims that it has temporarily deployed two B-52 bombers and an aircraft carrier to the region so as to ensure the safe exit of NATO troops from Afghanistan.

Biden admin committed to Israel's security: Austin

TEHRAN, Apr. 11 (MNA) – US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin who has traveled to Palestinian-occupied territories, reiterated the US’ commitment to safeguarding the Israeli regime.