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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, 2022.

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Support for Ukraine
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Helping Hands

More than just a fighting force, the Defense Department delivers health care, disaster relief and other support to people around the world in humanitarian missions every day.

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Helping Hands
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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

News

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Carter's Humble Legacy Honored With Full Military Splendor in Washington 

Carter's Humble Legacy Honored With Full Military Splendor in Washington
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DOD Assisting to Combat So-Cal Wildfires 

DOD Assisting to Combat So-Cal Wildfires
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DOD Partners With Interagency on Helping Communities Recover From Wildfires 

DOD Partners With Interagency on Helping Communities Recover From Wildfires
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At Carter Funeral, Armed Forces Chorus Showcases the Military's Best Vocalists 

At Carter Funeral, Armed Forces Chorus Showcases the Military's Best Vocalists
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Value of Service 

Value of Service
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Focus on Indo-Pacific 

Focus on Indo-Pacific

Press Products


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Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III Holds Press Conference Following Ukraine Defense Contact Group Meeting, at Ramstein Air Base, Germany

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III Holds Press Conference Following Ukraine Defense Contact Group Meeting, at Ramstein Air Base, Germany

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Remarks by Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III After His 25th and Final Meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group (As Delivered)

Remarks by Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III After His 25th and Final Meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group (As Delivered)

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Biden Administration Announces Additional Security Assistance for Ukraine

Biden Administration Announces Additional Security Assistance for Ukraine

From The Services

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Army

Soldiers Prep for Judicious Response

Soldiers Prep for Judicious Response
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Marine Corps

Crew Chiefs Qualify for Bonus

Crew Chiefs Qualify for Bonus
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Navy

Sailor Shares Career Journey

Sailor Shares Career Journey
A five-ship formation flies together at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Dec. 17, 2024. The final flight of the T-1A at Laughlin consisted of two T-6A Texan IIs, two T-38C Talons, and the final T-1A Jayhawk. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Larsen)
Air Force

Flying the Jayhawk Into the Sunset

Flying the Jayhawk Into the Sunset
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Space Force

New Players Refine Exercise

New Players Refine Exercise
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National Guard

Guardsmen Receive Space Force Association Award

Guardsmen Receive Space Force Association Award

Interactive Experiences

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