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DOD: August 29 Strike in Kabul 'Tragic Mistake,' Kills 10 Civilians

The strike by a Hellfire missile in Kabul, August 29, which was launched in an effort to kill ISIS-K planners, instead killed 10 civilians, the commander of U.S. Central Command, Marine Corps Gen. Kenneth F. McKenzie, Jr. said.

Satellite image of a spacecraft orbiting earth with a hurricane in full development. — Spotlight |
Hurricane Preparedness

Hurricane season is from June to November, but preparation, response and recovery are ongoing throughout the year. The Defense Department stands ready with troops, equipment and other capabilities to assist local and federal authorities prepare and provide humanitarian and disaster response support.
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A service member descends through the air with a parachute and a flag, — Spotlight |
National POW/MIA Recognition Day

The Defense Department remembers and honors those Americans who were prisoners of war and those who served and never returned home.
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Defense Secretary Austin smiles and shakes hands with a U.S. Military Academy cadet on a podium. — Spotlight |
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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DOD Policy Chief Kahl Discusses Strategic Competition With Baltic Allies

The Defense Department's undersecretary for policy explained how the strategic competition between the United States, China and Russia should be approached.

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North Macedonia, U.S. Officials Unveil Flag in Pentagon's NATO Corridor

North Macedonia's Defense Minister Radmila Shekerinska and Laura K. Cooper, the acting assistant secretary of defense for international security affairs, unveiled the red and yellow flag representing the Republic of North Macedonia in the NATO Hallway in the Pentagon.

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National Hispanic Heritage Month

National Hispanic Heritage Month, Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, marks a time to showcase and honor the many contributions Hispanic Americans have made to the Defense Department and the nation.

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Nation Will Never Leave a Fallen Comrade, Joint Chiefs Vice Chairman Says

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III and Air Force Gen. John E. Hyten, vice chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, thanked the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency for its ongoing efforts to find service members still missing in action.

Spotlight | Observances
Suicide Prevention

The Defense Department observes Suicide Prevention Month in September by bringing greater attention to suicide prevention efforts and connecting the military community to resources.

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Readout of Under Secretary of Defense for Policy Dr. Colin Kahl's Meeting With Minister of Defense Radmila Shekerinska of North Macedonia

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General Kenneth F. McKenzie Jr. Commander of U.S. Central Command and Pentagon Press Secretary John F. Kirby Hold a Press Briefing

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DOD Awards $647 Million in Contracts for Over-the-Counter COVID-19 Test Kits

From The Services

A hand holds a marker above a map. — Army
Military Leaders Brush Up Wargame Tactics

Three people scuba dive in a pool. — Marine Corps
Marines, Sailors Take Part in 'Try Scuba' Program

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Marines, Sailors Take Part in 'Try Scuba' Program

A military ship steams on the water with the buildings of a city behind it. — Navy
USS Curtis Wilbur Arrives in New Homeport of San Diego

One airplane lands as another takes off with mountains in the background. — Air Force
Airmen Hone Skills at 'Rally in Rockies' Exercise

The Space Force tapes and service branch patch. — Space Force
Guardians Begin Migration to Space Force CACs

A missile launches with a lot of flames and smoke. — National Guard
Missile Defense Brigade Assists With Flight Test

These Heroes Are Not Forgotten

Thousands of American service personnel are missing from previous conflicts and the Defense POW/MIA Agency remains relentless in its mission to provide the fullest possible accounting to their families and the nation, until they’re home.

Subterranean Challenge

Robotics teams compete in the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency's Subterranean Challenge which seeks novel approaches to help revolutionize how we operate underground.

Journey to the Top

Follow along as an elite mountaineering team set out to climb Alaska’s Denali to highlight that connecting with the outdoors improves resiliency in service members.

These Heroes Are Not Forgotten

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