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U.S. Department of Defense

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2024 China Military Power Report

The 2024 "Military and Security Developments Involving the People's Republic of China" report charts the course of China's national, economic and military strategy and offers insight on the People's Liberation Army's strategy, current capabilities and activities as well as its future modernization goals.

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2024 China Military Power Report
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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, 2022.

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Support for Ukraine
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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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Pentagon Press Secretary Air Force Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder Holds Press Briefing

Pentagon Press Secretary Air Force Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder Holds Press Briefing
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Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III Makes Holiday Calls to Deployed Service Members

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III Makes Holiday Calls to Deployed Service Members
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Readout of Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III's Call With South Korean Acting Minister of National Defense Kim Seon-ho

Readout of Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III's Call With South Korean Acting Minister of National Defense Kim Seon-ho

From The Services

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Army

U.S., Allies Sharpen Cyber Skills During Keen Sword

U.S., Allies Sharpen Cyber Skills During Keen Sword
Family and friends gather to welcome home U.S. Marines with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 314, Marine Aircraft Group 11, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, California, Dec. 14, 2024.
Marine Corps

Marines Return From Combat Deployment

Marines Return From Combat Deployment
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Navy

Engine Testing Completed for Unmanned Surface Vessel

Engine Testing Completed for Unmanned Surface Vessel
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Air Force

Service Leaders Meet With Airmen Deployed Overseas

Service Leaders Meet With Airmen Deployed Overseas
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Space Force

Space Force Leaders Discuss Past, Chart Future

Space Force Leaders Discuss Past, Chart Future
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National Guard

North Carolina Guard Honors 30th Infantry Division

North Carolina Guard Honors 30th Infantry Division

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