U.S. Department of Defense

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Spotlight on NATO

NATO is a transatlantic alliance of 30 like-minded North American and European countries securing peace since 1949.

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Spotlight on NATO
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Support for Ukraine

The United States is working with Allies and partners to support Ukraine in their fight for sovereignty and freedom. As of April 2022, the U.S. has provided Ukraine with $2.6 billion in security assistance since the beginning of Russia's unprovoked assault on February 24.

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Support for Ukraine
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Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III

As the 28th secretary of defense, Lloyd J. Austin III is the principal assistant to the president in all matters relating to the Department of Defense and also serves on the National Security Council.

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Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III
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News

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DOD Must Take Action to Keep Tech Edge

DOD Must Take Action to Keep Tech Edge
News | Partnerships

U.S., Thai Defense Leaders Look to Future in Indo-Pacific

U.S., Thai Defense Leaders Look to Future in Indo-Pacific
Spotlight | Observances

Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Spotlight | Know Your Military

Military Spouse Appreciation

Military Spouse Appreciation
Spotlight | Defense News

Coronavirus: DOD Response

Coronavirus: DOD Response

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Readout of Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III's Call With the President of the UAE Mohammed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan

Readout of Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III's Call With the President of the UAE Mohammed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan

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Pentagon Press Secretary John F. Kirby Holds a Press Briefing

Pentagon Press Secretary John F. Kirby Holds a Press Briefing

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Senior Defense Official Holds a Background Briefing

Senior Defense Official Holds a Background Briefing

From The Services

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Army

Army South Soldiers Deploy to Honduras

Army South Soldiers Deploy to Honduras
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Marine Corps

Medal of Honor Recipient, Vietnam Vet Passes Away

Medal of Honor Recipient, Vietnam Vet Passes Away
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Navy

Reagan Carrier Strike Group Trains in Philippine Sea

Reagan Carrier Strike Group Trains in Philippine Sea
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Air Force

A-10C Pilot Is First Female to Receive Kolligian Trophy

A-10C Pilot Is First Female to Receive Kolligian Trophy
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Space Force

First Air Force Supports Space Command Operations

First Air Force Supports Space Command Operations
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National Guard

Guard Hosts Africa Military Law Forum

Guard Hosts Africa Military Law Forum

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