NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg receives a brief from U.S. Air Force Gen. John Hyten, commander of U.S. Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM), during an orientation of the command’s battle deck at Offutt Air Force Base, Neb., April 6, 2018. During his visit, Stoltenberg toured the command’s global operations center and participated in discussions with Hyten, other senior leaders and subject matter experts on the continuing U.S. commitment to supporting NATO and allies. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Julie R. Matyascik)

VIDEO: NATO Secretary General Visits United States Strategic Command

NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg receives a brief from U.S. Air Force Gen. John Hyten, commander of U.S. Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM), during an orientation of the command’s battle deck at Offutt Air Force Base, Neb., April 6, 2018. During his visit, Stoltenberg toured the command’s global operations center and participated in discussions with Hyten, other senior leaders and subject matter experts on the continuing U.S. commitment to supporting NATO and allies.
180326-N-UK333-012 PACIFIC OCEAN (March 26, 2008) An unarmed Trident II D5 missile launches from the Ohio-class ballistic missile submarine USS Nebraska (SSBN 739) off the coast of California. The test launch was part of the U.S. Navy Strategic Systems Program’s demonstration and shakedown operation certification process. The successful launch certified the readiness of an SSBN crew and the operational performance of the submarine’s strategic weapons system before returning to operational availability. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Ronald Gutridge/Released)

USS Nebraska Successfully Tests Trident II D5 Missile

The Ohio-class ballistic missile submarine USS Nebraska (SSBN 739) along with the U.S. Navy's Strategic Systems Programs (SSP) conducted successful test flights of two Trident II D5 Missiles off the coast of California, March 26.
U.S. Air Force Gen. John Hyten, commander of U.S. Strategic Command, testifies for the Senate Armed Services Committee in Washington, March 20, 2018.

VIDEO: USSTRATCOM Chief Testifies on Command’s Readiness to Deter, Respond

U.S. Strategic Command forces are prepared to deter strategic attack and employ forces, as directed, to guarantee the security of the nation and its allies, the Stratcom commander told the Senate Armed Services Committee here today. in Washington, March 20, 2018.
The U.S. Navy ballistic missile submarine USS Maryland (SSBN 738) arrives at Her Majesty’s Naval Base Clyde, Scotland (Faslane), March 16, 2018. The port visit strengthens cooperation between the United States and the United Kingdom, and demonstrates U.S. capability, flexibility, and continuing commitment to its NATO allies. The Maryland, homeported in Kings Bay, Ga., is an Ohio-class ballistic missile submarine. It is an undetectable launch platform for intercontinental ballistic missiles, providing the United States with its most survivable leg of the nuclear triad.

U.S. Navy ballistic missile submarine USS Maryland arrives at HMNB Clyde, Scotland

The USS Maryland (SSBN 738) arrives at Her Majesty’s Naval Base Clyde, Scotland (Faslane), March 16, 2018. The port visit strengthens cooperation between the United States and the United Kingdom, and demonstrates U.S. capability, flexibility, and continuing commitment to its NATO allies. (Photo by L/Phot S. Burke, Royal Navy)
U.S. Air Force Gen. John E. Hyten, commander of U.S. Strategic Command, testifies before the House Armed Services Committee in Washington, D.C. March 7, 2018.

VIDEO: USSTRATCOM Commander Testifies Before House Committee

U.S. Air Force Gen. John E. Hyten, commander of U.S. Strategic Command, testifies before the House Armed Services Committee in Washington, D.C. March 7, 2018.
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In light of the realities of the contemporary threat environment, the 2018 NPR presents an assessment of US nuclear policy that is consistent with past US policy by placing priority on the need to deter potential adversaries, assure allies and partners, and hedge against future risks, while also seeking greater cooperation where possible in support of arms control and global non-proliferation efforts.

Special Report: 2018 Nuclear Posture Review

In light of the realities of the contemporary threat environment, the 2018 NPR presents an assessment of US nuclear policy that is consistent with past US policy by placing priority on the need to deter potential adversaries, assure allies and partners, and hedge against future risks, while also seeking greater cooperation where possible in support of arms control and global non-proliferation efforts.
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2018 Commander's Vision and Intent

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A team of Air Force Global Strike Command Airmen from the 341st Missile Wing at Malmstrom AFB, Mont., launched an unarmed Minuteman III ICBM during an operational test on Wednesday, May 3, 2017, at Vandenberg Air Force Base, Calif. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Daniel Brosam)

Special Report: 21st Century Nuclear Deterrence and Missile Defense

The 21st century strategic environment demands our national deterrence strategy accounts for uncertainty and the expanding capability of world actors. Rebuilding and modernizing defense capabilities and infrastructure is essential to the continued effectiveness and resiliency of the U.S. nuclear deterrent. Click to learn more in the Defense.gov special report: 21st Century Nuclear Deterrence and Missile Defense.

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U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Daniel McVay (left), 22nd Operations Support Squadron commander, is greeted by his father Patrick McVay, director of U.S. Strategic Command’s (USSTRATCOM) Joint Exercise, Training and Assessments Directorate, at Offutt Air Force Base, Neb., July 10, 2018. Daniel McVay attended USSTRATCOM’s Nuclear Commanders Course (NCC) from July 12 – 13, 2018. NCC is a two-day course designed to provide new nuclear enterprise commanders with a foundational understanding of USSTRATCOM’s role in building and maintaining the nuclear war plan, nuclear command and control capabilities, and their unit’s role in the strategic deterrence mission. USSTRATCOM has global responsibilities assigned through the Unified Command Plan that include strategic deterrence, nuclear operations, space operations, joint electromagnetic spectrum operations, global strike, missile defense, and analysis and targeting.
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June 21, 2018 - U.S. Navy Vice Adm. Dave Kriete received his third star and assumed responsibility as deputy commander of U.S. Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM) during a ceremony at Offutt Air Force Base, Neb., June 15, 2018.
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