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U.S. Department of Defense

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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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Support for Ukraine
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U.S. Africa Command

U.S. Africa Command, alongside its African and interagency partners, counters threats and malign actors, strengthens security forces, and responds to crises to advance U.S. interests while promoting regional security, stability and prosperity.

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U.S. Africa Command
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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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Readout of US-Kenya Bilateral Strategic Dialogue Defense Cooperation Pillar

Readout of US-Kenya Bilateral Strategic Dialogue Defense Cooperation Pillar
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Pentagon Press Secretary Air Force Brig. Gen. Pat Ryder Holds a Press Briefing

Pentagon Press Secretary Air Force Brig. Gen. Pat Ryder Holds a Press Briefing
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General Officer Assignments

General Officer Assignments

From The Services

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Army

Once Denied Entree, Veteran Is Now Club's Namesake

Once Denied Entree, Veteran Is Now Club's Namesake
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Marine Corps

Live-Fire Training Keeps Marines Lethal

Live-Fire Training Keeps Marines Lethal
NORFOLK, Va. – Capt. Michael Weeldreyer, commanding officer of the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Leyte Gulf (CG 55), reunites with his sons on the pier at Naval Station Norfolk following an eight-month deployment with Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 10, April 23, 2023. The George H.W. Bush CSG was deployed to the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Kris R. Lindstrom)
Navy

Carrier Strike Group Completes Historic Deployment

Carrier Strike Group Completes Historic Deployment
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Air Force

Air Force Looks to Revamp Dining Options

Air Force Looks to Revamp Dining Options
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Space Force

Leader Warns About U.S. Complacency in Space

Leader Warns About U.S. Complacency in Space
U.S. Army Sgt. Nicolas White, an indirect fire infantryman representing the Georgia Army National Guard, splashes water on his face after completing the confidence course during the Region III National Guard Best Warrior Competition at Fort Stewart, Ga., April 17, 2023. The competition tested the adaptiveness and lethality of our forces.
National Guard

Army Guard Names Best Warriors in Southeast

Army Guard Names Best Warriors in Southeast

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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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