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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III holds his hand to his chest while standing in a group of people.

Welcome Ceremony

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III and Israeli Defense Minister Benny Gantz stand at attention as an Israeli army band plays the "Star Spangled Banner" during a welcome ceremony at the Ministry of Defense in HaKirya, Israel, April 11, 2021.

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