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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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Value of Service

The U.S. military, the world's finest fighting force, is made up entirely of volunteers, reinforcing the American ideal of personal freedom while offering those with the desire and ability to serve opportunity, community and purpose.

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Value of Service
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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

News

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Army Lt. Gen. Herbert R. Temple Jr., 21st National Guard Bureau Chief, Dies at 96 

Army Lt. Gen. Herbert R. Temple Jr., 21st National Guard Bureau Chief, Dies at 96
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DOD Announces Additional Aid for Ukraine, Assesses 1,000 North Korean Casualties in Russia's Kursk Region 

DOD Announces Additional Aid for Ukraine, Assesses 1,000 North Korean Casualties in Russia's Kursk Region
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Face of Defense: Airman Launches Space Career 

Face of Defense: Airman Launches Space Career
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Medal of Honor Monday: Army Col. Robert L. Howard 

Medal of Honor Monday: Army Col. Robert L. Howard
Spotlight

Taking Care of Our People 

Taking Care of Our People
Spotlight

2024 China Military Power Report 

2024 China Military Power Report

Press Products


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2024 Defense Department Women, Peace and Security Implementation Plan

2024 Defense Department Women, Peace and Security Implementation Plan

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Guantanamo Bay Detainee Transfer Announced

Guantanamo Bay Detainee Transfer Announced

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Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh Hosts Press Gaggle

Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh Hosts Press Gaggle

From The Services

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Army

Team Strengthens Security Cooperation in Mauritania

Team Strengthens Security Cooperation in Mauritania
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Marine Corps

Corps Announces Launch of Staff NCO Leadership School

Corps Announces Launch of Staff NCO Leadership School
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Navy

Service Leaders Honor Legacy of President Carter

Service Leaders Honor Legacy of President Carter
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Air Force

Accessions Center Early Wins Pave the Way for FY 25 Success

Accessions Center Early Wins Pave the Way for FY 25 Success
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Space Force

Component Celebrates First Year, Establishes Strategic Vision

Component Celebrates First Year, Establishes Strategic Vision
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National Guard

Oregon Airman Completes Commander Tour in Antarctica

Oregon Airman Completes Commander Tour in Antarctica

Interactive Experiences

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