During a recent government meeting, officials discussed the ongoing operations of U.S. forces in Syria, emphasizing their mission to defeat ISIS. A spokesperson confirmed that U.S. forces are in regular communication with the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) but refrained from detailing specific SDF operations. The spokesperson noted that when U.S. forces faced threats, appropriate actions were taken to ensure their safety.
The meeting also touched on the Next Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) program. Questions arose about its transition to the Trump administration and whether other significant programs, like Sentinel or Replicator, might be at risk. Officials declined to speculate on future decisions, reiterating that the Department of Defense remains focused on national defense regardless of the administration in power.
Additionally, there was mention of ongoing discussions with the Republic of Korea (ROK) Ministry of Defense, although specific details about the level of these conversations were not disclosed. The spokesperson assured that updates would be provided as they become available.
Finally, the meeting addressed a recent call between U.S. military leadership and Russian General Valery Gerasimov. While details of the call were not immediately shared due to security concerns, officials expressed a commitment to increasing transparency regarding such communications in the future.