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Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin stated there was no evidence of genocide in Gaza by Israel.

Austin emphasized commitment to assist Israel in defense with security aid, denouncing accusations of greenlighting genocide. [ more ]

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin made changes to improve the notification process for transferring decision-making authorities.

Concerns were raised about lapses in the command and control of the armed forces, including the country's nuclear arsenal. [ more ]

Initial secrecy around Austin's hospitalization caused bipartisan criticism.

Austin takes responsibility and Pentagon releases review but lacks explanation for lack of transparency. [ more ]

US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has been released from the hospital after undergoing treatment for bladder issues related to his prostate cancer.

Austin did not promptly inform President Joe Biden of his cancer diagnosis, sparking criticism. [ more ]

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has been released from the hospital and has resumed his full duties after his second stay since surgery for prostate cancer.

His bladder issue was not related to his cancer diagnosis and will have no effect on his excellent cancer prognosis. [ more ]

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has been released from the hospital and has resumed his full duties.

Austin has had ongoing health issues since his surgery in December to treat prostate cancer. [ more ]

The US Secretary of Defense expressed concerns over civilian casualties and low humanitarian aid reaching Gaza.

Israel has blocked critical humanitarian assistance to Gaza, leading to warnings of famine-like conditions. [ more ]

Lloyd Austin, Joe Biden's top military adviser, has been hospitalized due to a bladder issue.

Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen Hicks is prepared to assume the duties of the defense secretary if required. [ more ]

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has been hospitalized again for symptoms suggesting an emergent bladder issue.

Austin was previously hospitalized less than a month ago for complications from a treatment for prostate cancer. [ more ]

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin will testify before the House Armed Services Committee on Feb. 29 regarding his decision to conceal his prostate cancer diagnosis and hospitalization.

House Armed Services Committee Chairman Mike Rogers initiated a congressional investigation into Austin's hospitalization and demanded a detailed account of his stay and communication with Pentagon and Biden administration officials. [ more ]

Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin faced tough questions about his secret medical procedure and lack of transparency.

NBC News reporter Peter Alexander directly asked why Austin still had his job despite the standard of reprimand or dismissal for others in the military chain of command. [ more ]

Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin takes full responsibility for the secrecy surrounding his recent hospitalization for complications from prostate cancer.

Austin acknowledges that the public has a right to know whether their leaders have health challenges that may affect their ability to perform their duties. [ more ]

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin kept his recent health scare a secret from his colleagues at the Pentagon and the White House.

Austin hosted a meeting from his home and skipped over prewritten remarks acknowledging his hospitalization. [ more ]

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has been called to testify before Congress to explain why he kept his recent hospitalization a secret, including from the White House.

The House Armed Services Committee Chairman has requested Austin's direct testimony to understand the decisions made to withhold information from the President, Congress, and the American people. [ more ]

US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is facing scrutiny for not disclosing his hospitalization for prostate cancer to President Joe Biden or the public.

The chair of the US House Armed Services Committee has called for Austin to testify at a hearing to explain the lack of transparency. [ more ]

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin was requested to testify before Congress about not immediately disclosing his recent hospitalization to the White House.

The initial secrecy surrounding Austin's hospitalization drew criticism from Congress members and President Biden. [ more ]

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin kept his medical emergency and hospitalization a secret from his colleagues at the Pentagon and the White House.

An aide asked 911 operators to send an ambulance without lights and sirens to maintain subtlety. [ more ]

US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin kept his surgery for prostate cancer secret from senior administration officials, including President Joe Biden.

Austin's hospitalization and lack of transparency triggered reviews on procedures for notifying the White House and drew criticism from members of Congress.

Calls for Austin's resignation have been made, but the White House has confirmed that his job is safe. [ more ]

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin kept his prostate cancer diagnosis and hospitalization secret from senior Biden administration leaders and staff.

Austin is expected to work from home as he recovers. [ more ]

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has been discharged from the hospital after undergoing surgery for prostate cancer.

Austin will continue to recover remotely and perform his duties before returning to the Pentagon full-time. [ more ]

Rep. Chris Deluzio calls for Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's resignation due to lack of transparency about his medical treatment

Austin hid his surgery to treat prostate cancer from the White House and his subordinates [ more ]

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is described as loyal, unflappable, and taciturn.

Austin is known for executing policy rather than shaping it. [ more ]

US defence secretary Lloyd Austin visited Kyiv to show support for Ukraine and announced an additional $100m in weapons to be sent from the US.

Ukraine sacked two senior cyber defence officials as prosecutors launched a probe into alleged embezzlement in the government's cyber security agency.

Russia barred entry to Moldovan officials and complained about moves to block Russian media ahead of local elections. [ more ]