Patrick S. Ryder

Patrick S. Ryder is an American military officer and United States Air Force major general who has served as the Pentagon Press Secretary since August 4, 2022.
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Some of the key events about Patrick S. Ryder

  • 1986
    Commissioned as an officer in the U.S. Air Force
  • 1990
    Completed undergraduate pilot training
  • 2002
    Graduated from the U.S. Air Force Weapons School
  • 2010
    Assumed command of the 57th Operations Group at Nellis Air Force Base
  • 2014
    Promoted to Brigadier General
  • 2016
    Appointed as Director of Operations for U.S. Central Command
  • 2017
    Promoted to Major General
  • 2019
    Became Director of the Joint Staff
  • 2021
    Appointed as Pentagon Press Secretary
  • 2021
    Faced criticism for initial statements on Afghanistan withdrawal
  • 2022
    Addressed concerns about transparency in military operations
  • 2022
    Responded to questions about delayed reporting of Chinese spy balloon
  • 2023
    Nominated for promotion to Lieutenant General
  • 2023
    Addressed controversies surrounding military recruitment challenges
  • 2023
    Faced scrutiny over communication of Defense Secretary's hospitalization

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Pentagon shifts military assets as Middle East carrier group heads home

Pentagon shifts military assets as Middle East carrier group heads home

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U.S. Bolsters Middle East Forces Amid Rising Israel-Hezbollah Tensions

U.S. Bolsters Middle East Forces Amid Rising Israel-Hezbollah Tensions

The Pentagon announces deployment of additional troops to the Middle East as tensions escalate between Israel and Hezbollah. Naval movements and potential carrier redeployments highlight U.S. readiness in the region.

Politics • September 23 2024 , 07:18 PM  •  733 views
US Bolsters Middle East Presence Amid Israel-Hezbollah Tensions

US Bolsters Middle East Presence Amid Israel-Hezbollah Tensions

Pentagon announces deployment of additional US troops to the Middle East as tensions escalate between Israel and Hezbollah. The move comes amid widespread Israeli strikes in Lebanon.

Society, Politics • September 23 2024 , 05:32 PM  •  487 views
Houthi Rebels Down US Drones, Escalating Red Sea Tensions

Houthi Rebels Down US Drones, Escalating Red Sea Tensions

Yemen's Houthi rebels shot down two American MQ-9 Reaper drones, intensifying regional tensions. The incidents highlight the growing threat to maritime security and trade in the Red Sea amid ongoing conflicts.

Economics, Politics • September 18 2024 , 05:18 AM  •  384 views
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U.S. Confirms Eight Troops Injured in Syrian Base Drone Attack

U.S. Confirms Eight Troops Injured in Syrian Base Drone Attack

Pentagon reports eight U. S. service members injured in a recent drone attack on a Syrian base. The incident, believed to be carried out by Iran-backed forces, resulted in traumatic brain injuries and smoke inhalation.

Politics • August 13 2024 , 08:05 PM  •  28182 views