The cornerstone of America's defense is deterrence, ensuring that our adversaries understand the folly of outright conflict. — Lloyd Austin Copy Share Image
The nature of warfare is changing; it spans an unprecedented theater that stretches from the heavens to cyberspace and far into the… — Lloyd Austin Copy Share Image
I learned a thing or two about urban warfare from my time fighting in Iraq. — Lloyd Austin Copy Share Image
In war and in peace, I implemented the policies of civilians elected and appointed over me, leaders like Secretary Panetta. And I… — Lloyd Austin Copy Share Image
The U.S. military is here to fight and win our nation's wars. And we will always work to deter conflict whenever we… — Lloyd Austin Copy Share Image
I've been in that 'can't fail' position a lot. The first African American to be the vice chief of the Army; the… — Lloyd Austin Copy Share Image
Deterrence means cutting-edge capabilities in domains where 21st-century conflicts could erupt, including space and cyberspace. — Lloyd Austin Copy Share Image
An all-out war between Lebanese, Hezbollah and Israel would be devastating for both Lebanon and Israel. — Lloyd Austin Copy Share Image
You see, the B-21 is an extraordinary display of combat power - and a major advance for American deterrence. And making this… — Lloyd Austin Copy Share Image
The lesson is not that you can win in urban warfare by protecting civilians. The lesson is that you can only win… — Lloyd Austin Copy Share Image
Iraq's enemies will continue to seek opportunities to pursue their objectives, but make no mistake: Our military forces here, and those of the Iraqi… — Lloyd Austin Copy Share Image
Galloping advances in technology mean important changes in the work we do to keep the United States secure not just through air, land and… — Lloyd Austin Copy Share Image
We've been clear from the very beginning that that we're going to support Israel in its efforts to defend itself. — Lloyd Austin Copy Share Image
You know, for decades, U.S. and R.O.K. service members have fought side-by-side to defend the ideals of freedom. This alliance is founded on that… — Lloyd Austin Copy Share Image
We are a global power. We have interests all around the globe, and we're going to need to continue to do what's necessary to… — Lloyd Austin Copy Share Image
Governments around the world have rushed to provide Ukraine's troops with the support that they need to defend their country and their citizens. That… — Lloyd Austin Copy Share Image
The United States remains fully committed to the defense of the R.O.K. — Lloyd Austin Copy Share Image
Like Hamas, ISIS was deeply embedded in urban areas. And the international coalition against ISIS worked hard to protect civilians and create humanitarian corridors. — Lloyd Austin Copy Share Image
I think any time you construct, you know, plan an operation, you have to account for civilians that are part of that landscape. — Lloyd Austin Copy Share Image
We can never forget to be grateful for those who have gone before us and sacrificed so much. — Lloyd Austin Copy Share Image
We plan for all contingencies, and we'll be ready for it, for any contingencies. — Lloyd Austin Copy Share Image