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U.S. Department of Defense

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Spotlight

Hurricane Preparedness

Hurricane season is from June to November, but preparation, response and recovery are ongoing throughout the year. DOD stands ready with troops, equipment and other capabilities to assist local and federal authorities prepare and provide humanitarian and disaster response support.

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Hurricane Preparedness
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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, 2022.

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Support for Ukraine
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Spotlight

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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Readout of Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III's Call With Argentine Minister of Defense Luis Petri

Readout of Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III's Call With Argentine Minister of Defense Luis Petri

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DOD Announces Health Care Supplement Program Pilot for DOD Civilian Employees in Japan

DOD Announces Health Care Supplement Program Pilot for DOD Civilian Employees in Japan

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Pentagon Press Secretary Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder Holds an Off-Camera, On-The-Record Press Briefing

Pentagon Press Secretary Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder Holds an Off-Camera, On-The-Record Press Briefing

From The Services

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Army

Soldier Saves Drowning Woman

Soldier Saves Drowning Woman
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Marine Corps

Marines Load Up for Training Exercise

Marines Load Up for Training Exercise
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Navy

USS Daniel Inouye Returns From Maiden Deployment

USS Daniel Inouye Returns From Maiden Deployment
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Air Force

Airmen Deliver 450,000 Pounds of Hurricane Relief Cargo

Airmen Deliver 450,000 Pounds of Hurricane Relief Cargo
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Space Force

5 Years Securing the Nation's Interests in Space

5 Years Securing the Nation's Interests in Space
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National Guard

DC National Guard, Jamaica Celebrate Partnership

DC National Guard, Jamaica Celebrate Partnership

Interactive Experiences

Multimedia

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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