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U.S. Department of Defense

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Spotlight

Focus on Indo-Pacific

The Defense Department is committed to working with allies, partners and like-minded nations in the Indo-Pacific and to upholding a free and open region founded on respect for international rules, laws and norms.

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Focus on Indo-Pacific
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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, 2022.

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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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News

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Secretary of Defense Statement on Progress Toward Addressing Sexual Misconduct at the Military Service Academies

Secretary of Defense Statement on Progress Toward Addressing Sexual Misconduct at the Military Service Academies
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DOD Releases 2025 Basic Allowance for Housing Rates

DOD Releases 2025 Basic Allowance for Housing Rates
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Joint Statement on the Japan – U.S. CBRN Defense Policy Dialogue

Joint Statement on the Japan – U.S. CBRN Defense Policy Dialogue

From The Services

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Army

Austin Observes Yama Sakura Exercise

Austin Observes Yama Sakura Exercise
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Marine Corps

Marines Kick Off 250th Birthday Celebration

Marines Kick Off 250th Birthday Celebration
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Navy

Exercise Enhances Warfighter Capabilities, Defense of Guam

Exercise Enhances Warfighter Capabilities, Defense of Guam
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Air Force

Kirtland to Host 306th Intelligence Squadron

Kirtland to Host 306th Intelligence Squadron
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Space Force

Service Celebrates 5th Anniversary, Looks to Future

Service Celebrates 5th Anniversary, Looks to Future
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National Guard

Louisiana Guard Conducts Disaster Response Training

Louisiana Guard Conducts Disaster Response Training

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