New interceptor missile will defend civilians
The Arrow-3 system is able to intercept nuclear and biological missiles outside Earth's atmosphere, where they can be safely destroyed.
Report: Venezuelans protest for democracy more than ever [infographic]
Street demonstrations across Venezuela calling for democratic elections and restoration of basic services rose nearly 100% in 2019 from a year earlier.
Australia, Japan and U.S. work toward maritime security
The three countries announced that they are committed to increasing the presence of maritime law enforcement in the Indo-Pacific region.
U.S. tightens sanctions on Maduro, citing his ‘usurpation of power’
The Trump administration's latest sanctions bar business with the former Maduro regime while providing safeguards for humanitarian aid to Venezuela.
A salute to Pacific service members
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo honored the service of Micronesian veterans who fought alongside Americans in the U.S. military.
Pompeo: ‘Small islands are big strongholds of freedom’
The U.S. will negotiate with Micronesia, the Marshall Islands, and Palau to extend a security agreement that protects the region's territorial waters.
U.S. and Australia reaffirm ‘mateship’
For over a century, the two countries have enjoyed a prosperous friendship, which was reaffirmed during Secretary Pompeo's visit to Australia.
Human rights violations continue in Venezuela [video]
More than 3 million Venezuelans have been displaced from their country and forced to seek refuge in neighboring countries.
Pompeo touts Lower Mekong Initiative
As a part of his trip to Asia, Secretary Pompeo renewed the U.S. commitment to an initiative that helps five countries along the Mekong River.