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U.S. Department of Defense

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Spotlight

Focus on Indo-Pacific

The Defense Department is committed to working with allies, partners and like-minded nations in the Indo-Pacific and to upholding a free and open region founded on respect for international rules, laws and norms.

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Focus on Indo-Pacific
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Engineering in DOD

Military and civilian engineers share a unique mission within the Defense Department — to advance cutting-edge engineering technology, systems and practices in specializations that range from cyber and space to hypersonics and quantum science and more, all in support of the warfighter.

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Engineering in DOD
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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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General Officer Announcements

General Officer Announcements

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Media Invitation Announced for United States v. Khalid Sheikh Mohammed et al. Plea Hearing

Media Invitation Announced for United States v. Khalid Sheikh Mohammed et al. Plea Hearing

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Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen Hicks Announces Additional Replicator All-Domain Attritable Autonomous Capabilities

Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen Hicks Announces Additional Replicator All-Domain Attritable Autonomous Capabilities

From The Services

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Army

Soldiers Train for Middle East Mission

Soldiers Train for Middle East Mission
A group of service members stand at attention in front of a memorial during a clear, sunny day.
Marine Corps

Marines, Sailors Complete Rotation

Marines, Sailors Complete Rotation
Participating nations conduct PHOTOEX during at-sea portion of Phoenix Express 24, November 9, 2024. Phoenix Express is one of three regional maritime exercises executed by Commander, U.S. 6th Fleet as part of a comprehensive strategy to provide collaborative opportunities amongst African forces and international partners in order to address maritime security concerns.
Navy

Phase 2 Kicks Off for Phoenix Express

Phase 2 Kicks Off for Phoenix Express
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Air Force

Air Force Releases Chief Master Sergeant Promotions

Air Force Releases Chief Master Sergeant Promotions
Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force David Flosi speaks to Guardians and Airmen during an all call at Vandenberg Space Force Base.
Space Force

Leader Visits Vandenberg Space Force Base

Leader Visits Vandenberg Space Force Base
Marybeth Cole and her daughter, Blair Hesen, march in formation with the 167th Airlift Wing Student Flight at the 167th Airlift Wing, Martinsburg, West Virginia, Nov. 2, 2024. The mother-daughter duo enlisted together and are members of the 167th Student Flight Program.
National Guard

Mother, Daughter Enlist Together

Mother, Daughter Enlist Together

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Multimedia

Take a look behind the lens at the missions and accomplishments of the men and women who serve in the U.S. armed forces.

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