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U.S. Department of Defense

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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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Spotlight

Taking Care of Our People

We recognize the service and sacrifice of our military and their families, and dedicate resources, services, policies and programs to support the more than 2 million uniformed service members and 2.6 million family members across the globe.

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Taking Care of Our People
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Austins Deliver Holiday Message

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III and Charlene Austin send holiday greetings to Defense Department service members and civilians.

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Austins Deliver Holiday Message
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'The Common Defense': Remarks by Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III at the Reagan National Defense Forum (As Delivered)

'The Common Defense': Remarks by Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III at the Reagan National Defense Forum (As Delivered)

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Biden Administration Announces New Security Assistance Package for Ukraine

Biden Administration Announces New Security Assistance Package for Ukraine

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Media Invitation Announced for United States v. Khalid Sheikh Mohammed et al. Pre-Trial Hearing

Media Invitation Announced for United States v. Khalid Sheikh Mohammed et al. Pre-Trial Hearing

From The Services

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Army

Yama Sakura, Concurrent Warfighter Exercise Underway

Yama Sakura, Concurrent Warfighter Exercise Underway
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Marine Corps

Marines Celebrate Spiritual Fitness Month

Marines Celebrate Spiritual Fitness Month
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Navy

Exercise Malabar Enhances Interoperability

Exercise Malabar Enhances Interoperability
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Air Force

Leader Earns Presidential Rank Award

Leader Earns Presidential Rank Award
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Space Force

Space Force Activates Component Field Command

Space Force Activates Component Field Command
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National Guard

U.S., Indian Troops Train Together

U.S., Indian Troops Train Together

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Multimedia

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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