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U.S. Department of Defense

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Spotlight

Focus on Indo-Pacific

The Defense Department is committed to working with allies, partners and like-minded nations in the Indo-Pacific and to upholding a free and open region founded on respect for international rules, laws and norms.

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Focus on Indo-Pacific
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Spotlight

Support for Ukraine

The United States is working with allies and partners to support Ukraine in the fight for sovereignty and freedom. The U.S. has provided Ukraine with billions of dollars in security assistance since the beginning of Russia's unprovoked assault on Feb. 24, 2022.

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Support for Ukraine
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Austin Delivers Message on Military Service

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III described how an all-volunteer force serves the nation and how the Defense Department is working to take care of all service members, their families and veterans.

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Austin Delivers Message on Military Service
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News

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Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Air Force Gen. CQ Brown, Jr. Hold a Press Conference

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Air Force Gen. CQ Brown, Jr. Hold a Press Conference
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Flag Officer Announcements

Flag Officer Announcements
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General Officer Announcements

General Officer Announcements

From The Services

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Army

Drill Sergeant's Rugby Career Rooted in Military Service

Drill Sergeant's Rugby Career Rooted in Military Service
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Marine Corps

Marines Deliver Humanitarian Supplies in Micronesia

Marines Deliver Humanitarian Supplies in Micronesia
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Navy

U.S., South Korea Reinforce Alliance at Tabletop Academy

U.S., South Korea Reinforce Alliance at Tabletop Academy
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Air Force

B-52s Arrive in Romania for Bomber Task Force Exercise

B-52s Arrive in Romania for Bomber Task Force Exercise
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Space Force

What is Space Force Fit?

What is Space Force Fit?
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National Guard

Guard Leader Visits Georgia, Iowa Troops in Kosovo

Guard Leader Visits Georgia, Iowa Troops in Kosovo

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Take a look behind the lens at the missions and accomplishments of the men and women who serve in the U.S. armed forces.

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