Protecting Palestinian civilians in Gaza is both a moral duty and a strategic imperative. — Lloyd Austin Civilians Copy Share Image
I'm enormously proud of what we've accomplished together, and I'm very grateful for the Republic of Korea's partnership. — Lloyd Austin Copy Share Image
Attacks by extremist settlers against Palestinians in the West Bank must stop. And those committing the violence must be held accountable. — Lloyd Austin Copy Share Image
You know, we want to lead with diplomacy in every case, but if deterrence falls and you must fight, you fight to… — Lloyd Austin Copy Share Image
Sergeant First Class 'Fox' Ballard took me in and taught me the way of the world. So I owe him and many… — Lloyd Austin First class Copy Share Image
The American military is always prepared to protect our interests, and live up to our commitments. — Lloyd Austin Copy Share Image
Democracy is worth having, but it's something that you have to work on, you have to fight for. — Lloyd Austin Democracy Copy Share Image
We'll continue to stand by our allies and partners as they uphold their rights. — Lloyd Austin Allies Copy Share Image
We will maintain our vigorous and responsible presence across the Indo-Pacific. And we'll continue to work to ensure that no one country… — Lloyd Austin Control Copy Share Image
Throughout my career, I've also been incredibly fortunate to benefit from the support and mentorship of exceptional leaders, like General Colin Powell,… — Lloyd Austin Career Copy Share Image
For those enemies and adversaries outside the ranks and around the world, we need resources to match strategy, and strategy matched to… — Lloyd Austin Adversaries 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
In war and in peace, I implemented the policies of civilians elected and appointed over me, leaders like Secretary Panetta. And I… — Lloyd Austin Different perspective Copy Share Image
We also salute the bold steps taken by Japan and the Republic of Korea to work more closely together. Strong ties between… — Lloyd Austin Copy Share Image
The safety and security of our democracy demands competent civilian control of our armed forces, the subordination of military power to the… — Lloyd Austin Armed forces 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… — Lloyd Austin Copy Share Image
For years, Russian President Vladimir Putin had harassed and assaulted the independent nation-state of Ukraine. — 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
When the largest military in Europe becomes a force of aggression, the whole continent feels the shock. — Lloyd Austin Aggression Copy Share Image
We maintain the right to defend ourselves, and we won't hesitate to take the appropriate action. — Lloyd Austin Action Copy Share Image
We also owe our people a working environment free of discrimination, hate, and harassment. — Lloyd Austin Discrimination Copy Share Image
I do believe that, you know, in the future if the possibility exists, I think Ukraine will seek to once again apply… — 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
Deterrence means cutting-edge capabilities in domains where 21st-century conflicts could erupt, including space and cyberspace. — Lloyd Austin Copy Share Image
We won't be deterred by dangerous operational behavior at sea or in international airspace. — Lloyd Austin Behavior Copy Share Image
Operation New Dawn marks the next phase of an enduring relationship between Iraq and the United States of America. — Lloyd Austin America Copy Share Image
Hamas, at the end of the day, Israel wants Hamas to be gone from - from Gaza. — Lloyd Austin Day Copy Share Image
I will uphold the principle of civilian control of the military as intended. — Lloyd Austin Copy Share Image
When a permanent member of the U.N. Security Council tries to deny self-rule to more than 40 million people, the whole world… — Lloyd Austin Copy Share Image
We want to see Russia weakened to the degree that it can't do the kinds of things that it has done in… — 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
American power, innovation, and values make the U.S. military the strongest fighting force in human history. — Lloyd Austin American power Copy Share Image
I learned a thing or two about urban warfare from my time fighting in Iraq. — Lloyd Austin Copy Share Image
It's my personality. I don't make excuses for that. But I don't think being a private person is necessarily a bad thing. — Lloyd Austin Copy Share Image
There are no checks on Mr. Putin. Just as he made the irresponsible decision to invade Ukraine, you know, he could make… — Lloyd Austin Copy Share Image
The cornerstone of America's defense is deterrence, ensuring that our adversaries understand the folly of outright conflict. — Lloyd Austin America 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… — Lloyd Austin Copy Share Image
Russia's invasion has taken a terrible toll on Ukrainian lives, including brave soldiers and far too many innocent civilians. — Lloyd Austin Brave Copy Share Image
America's values call us to stand by a peaceful democracy fighting for its life. — Lloyd Austin Democracy Copy Share Image
Our greatest asset as a nation is the extraordinary men and women who have volunteered to keep us all safe and their… — Lloyd Austin Family Copy Share Image
