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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Five soldiers climb up a netted rope under blue skies.

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Soldiers climb an obstacle during the U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa, Best Squad Competition at Caserma Del Din, Italy, April 8, 2025. The three-day event assesses each squad on its technical and tactical proficiency and its ability to work as a disciplined and cohesive team.

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