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U.S. Department of Defense

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Taking Care of Our People

We recognize the service and sacrifice of our military and their families, and dedicate resources, services, policies and programs to support the more than 2 million uniformed service members and 2.6 million family members across the globe.

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Taking Care of Our People
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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.

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Support for Ukraine
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Spotlight on NATO

NATO is a transatlantic alliance of 31 like-minded North American and European countries securing peace since 1949.

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Spotlight on NATO
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Ukraine Fact Sheet – June 9, 2023

Ukraine Fact Sheet – June 9, 2023

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Biden Administration Announces Additional Security Assistance for Ukraine

Biden Administration Announces Additional Security Assistance for Ukraine

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Readout of 19th U.S.-South Africa Defense Committee

Readout of 19th U.S.-South Africa Defense Committee

From The Services

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Army

Soldiers Complete NATO Exercise

Soldiers Complete NATO Exercise
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Marine Corps

Corps Announces Next Sergeant Major

Corps Announces Next Sergeant Major
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Navy

Pacific Fleet Names Sailors of the Year

Pacific Fleet Names Sailors of the Year
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Air Force

Airmen, Soldiers Train Together

Airmen, Soldiers Train Together
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Space Force

Facility Tests Space Satellite

Facility Tests Space Satellite
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National Guard

Pennsylvania Guard, Lithuanian Forces Celebrate Partnership

Pennsylvania Guard, Lithuanian Forces Celebrate Partnership

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