Russia has sufficient forces near the Baltics to launch an attack with little warning.

If confirmed, the protection of U.S. military personnel and American citizens abroad will be a priority.

The latest test had, 'Israel should be wiped off the earth,' inscribed and had a range of up to 1,250 miles.

I will ensure our strategic message is congruent with national leadership and delivered through multiple mediums.

I have never been all that confident. It is kind of a scary thing when we know all these things that I mentioned, the statements I made.

Since signing the Iran deal, which was a disaster, Iran has conducted at least three sets of tests of nuclear capability ballistic missiles.

The successful outcome of United Nations Security Resolution (UNSCR) 2270 relies on the meaningful implementation of its provisions by all Member Nations.

If China actively implements UN Security Council Resolution 2270 in a sustained manner, North Korea will find itself facing strategic dilemmas.

If confirmed, I will support and enable United States Government agencies and country teams within Europe leading our counterterrorism efforts.

I am concerned with reduced DOD-wide readiness and force availability, coupled with the tyranny of distance in the Pacific.

No, our nuclear triad and the supporting infrastructure is safe, secure and effective today, but it is also aged and needs to be modernized to remain so in the future.

Trade with China is critical to North Korea, and comprises more than 70 percent of the North Korean economy.

North Korea continues to invest in their nuclear infrastructure and can conduct additional nuclear tests at any time.

As a commander, protection of U.S. personnel is always a priority.

We will be hoping that that does not happen.

EUCOM maintains the ability to lead combat operations against Russia, but there are some significant challenges.

Every year since 2009, Congress has passed laws to prevent both the closure of the base and the transfer of detainees to the U.S. soil.

EUCOM is coordinating with the Department of Defense to ensure an integrated and global response as the scope and scale of Russia's threat extends beyond the region.