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DOD is highly confident that strikes against Houthi military targets in Yemen were effective in degrading the rebel group's ability to carry out further attacks against commercial ships operating in the Red Sea, a senior Pentagon official said.
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.
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.
When a U.S. service member dies overseas, the utmost care goes into making sure they are brought home with dignity, that their families are taken care of and the circumstances of their death are investigated.
Since its origin during the Revolutionary War, the Purple Heart has served as a recognition of sacrifice and heroism by those in the U.S. military. Find out how much you know about the Purple Heart.
Take a look at the Defense Department and its people through the eyes of military photographers during operations, training activities, humanitarian missions and other major events of 2023.
Operation Desert Storm began on Jan. 16, 1991, five months after Iraqi forces invaded and annexed Kuwait. Find out how much you know about the Gulf War's combat phase.
Take a look behind the lens at the missions and accomplishments of the men and women who serve in the U.S. armed forces.