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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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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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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.

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Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III Welcomes Georgian Defense Minister Juansher Burchuladze to the Pentagon

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III Welcomes Georgian Defense Minister Juansher Burchuladze to the Pentagon
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Command Senior Enlisted Leader Assignments

Command Senior Enlisted Leader Assignments
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Readout of Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III's Bilateral Meeting With Minister of Defense Juansher Burchuladze of Georgia

Readout of Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III's Bilateral Meeting With Minister of Defense Juansher Burchuladze of Georgia

From The Services

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Army

Soldier Pairs Army Duties With Olympic Quest

Soldier Pairs Army Duties With Olympic Quest
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Marine Corps

Marine Saves Endangered Hawksbill Sea Turtle

Marine Saves Endangered Hawksbill Sea Turtle
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Navy

USS Leyte Gulf Sailors Volunteer, Support Community in Greece

USS Leyte Gulf Sailors Volunteer, Support Community in Greece
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Air Force

New Solar Facility Reflects Commitment to Clean Energy

New Solar Facility Reflects Commitment to Clean Energy
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Space Force

Leaders Focus on Support to Domestic Violence Victims

Leaders Focus on Support to Domestic Violence Victims
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National Guard

Guard Responds to Ohio Train Derailment

Guard Responds to Ohio Train Derailment

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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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