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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Support for Ukraine

The United States is working with Allies and partners to support Ukraine in their fight for sovereignty and freedom. As of April 2022, the U.S. has provided Ukraine with $2.6 billion in security assistance since the beginning of Russia's unprovoked assault on February 24.

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Support for Ukraine
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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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Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III
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News

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More Howitzers, Artillery Rounds, UAVs Headed to Ukraine

More Howitzers, Artillery Rounds, UAVs Headed to Ukraine
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DOD Announces Winners of Environmental Award on Earth Day

DOD Announces Winners of Environmental Award on Earth Day
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DOD's Chief Technology Officer Shares Career Advice With Women STEM Majors

DOD's Chief Technology Officer Shares Career Advice With Women STEM Majors
Spotlight | Observances

Month of the Military Child

Month of the Military Child
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Coronavirus: DOD Response

Coronavirus: DOD Response

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Fact Sheet on U.S. Security Assistance for Ukraine

Fact Sheet on U.S. Security Assistance for Ukraine

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Defense Department New Website to Navigate Innovation Opportunities

Defense Department New Website to Navigate Innovation Opportunities

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The Department of Defense Announces Winners of the 2022 Secretary of Defense Environmental Awards

The Department of Defense Announces Winners of the 2022 Secretary of Defense Environmental Awards

From The Services

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Army

Female Troops Learn Empowerment, Self-Defense

Female Troops Learn Empowerment, Self-Defense
Two Marines sit in the cockpit of an aircraft looking at an instrument panel.
Marine Corps

Marine Becomes Corps' First C-40A Clipper Crew Chief

Marine Becomes Corps' First C-40A Clipper Crew Chief
Three sailors stand in a huddle as one salutes.
Navy

Maritime Support Wing Holds Change of Command

Maritime Support Wing Holds Change of Command
An airborne aircraft.
Air Force

Team Tests Oxygen System for T-7 Red Hawk

Team Tests Oxygen System for T-7 Red Hawk
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Space Force

Space Force Signs Partnership With Howard University

Space Force Signs Partnership With Howard University
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National Guard

Nevada, Arizona Guard Train for Hazardous Situations

Nevada, Arizona Guard Train for Hazardous Situations

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