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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.

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Support for Ukraine
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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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Spotlight on NATO

NATO is a transatlantic alliance of 31 like-minded North American and European countries securing peace since 1949.

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Spotlight on NATO
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Joint Statement of the 13th Defense Trilateral Talks

Joint Statement of the 13th Defense Trilateral Talks

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DOD Strengthens Supply Chain for Solid Rocket Motors

DOD Strengthens Supply Chain for Solid Rocket Motors

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Navy to Christen Future U.S. Navy Ship Cleveland

Navy to Christen Future U.S. Navy Ship Cleveland

From The Services

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Army

Driving Simulator Boosts Guard's Readiness

Driving Simulator Boosts Guard's Readiness
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Marine Corps

Marines Participate in Littoral Regiment Training

Marines Participate in Littoral Regiment Training
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Navy

U.S., UK, France Complete Counter-Mine Exercise

U.S., UK, France Complete Counter-Mine Exercise
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Air Force

Leader Visits Vermont Guardsmen

Leader Visits Vermont Guardsmen
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Space Force

Leader Outlines Effort to Speed Space Capabilities

Leader Outlines Effort to Speed Space Capabilities
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National Guard

Guardsmen Help Mitigate White Earth Flooding

Guardsmen Help Mitigate White Earth Flooding

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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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