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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

The deck of a ship at sea is shown from above, with fighter jets and other aircraft parked on it.

Down the Runway

The USS Gerald R. Ford sails in the Ionian Sea, July 29, 2025. The world's largest aircraft carrier is participating in NATO's Neptune Strike enhanced vigilance activity that facilitates combined maritime integration and demonstrates the alliance's resolve and readiness.

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