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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A Marine in a hat aims a service weapon under blue skies, as seen from close-up.

Sandy Sharpshooter

Marine Corps Lance Cpl. James Johnson simulates providing security on a beach landing site as a part of Exercise Talisman Sabre 25 in Queensland, Australia, July 14, 2025. The bilateral exercise reflects the close military relationship between Australia and the U.S.

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