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U.S. Department of Defense

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Australia-U.K.-U.S. Security Partnership

The United States, Australia and the United Kingdom laid out an ambitious vision that will strengthen combined military capabilities, boost defense industrial capacity, enhance ability to deter aggression and promote the shared goal of a free and open Indo-Pacific.

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Australia-U.K.-U.S. Security Partnership
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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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Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III Remarks Following an Israeli Strike on Lebanese Hezbollah

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III Remarks Following an Israeli Strike on Lebanese Hezbollah
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Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh Holds a Press Briefing

Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh Holds a Press Briefing
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DOD Announces 2024 Secretary of Defense Maintenance Awards Winners

DOD Announces 2024 Secretary of Defense Maintenance Awards Winners

From The Services

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Army

U.S., South Korean Military Officials Team Up for Exercise

U.S., South Korean Military Officials Team Up for Exercise
U.S. Marines with U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific stand in formation during the MARFORPAC change of command ceremony on Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Sept. 12, 2024. With two-thirds of the Marine Corps operating forces assigned, MARFORPAC operates in the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command area of responsibility, the largest Geographical Combatant Command in the U.S. Department of Defense, as the Nation’s expedition force and like-minded allies and partners to preserve and maintain a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Ash McLaughlin)
Marine Corps

Pacific Marines Welcome New Commander

Pacific Marines Welcome New Commander
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Navy

Microgrid Study to Enhance Shipyards' Energy Resilience

Microgrid Study to Enhance Shipyards' Energy Resilience
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Air Force

Conference Marks National Hispanic Heritage Month

Conference Marks National Hispanic Heritage Month
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Space Force

Guardians Enhance Space Situational Awareness

Guardians Enhance Space Situational Awareness
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National Guard

Troops Assist With Hurricane Response in Southeast

Troops Assist With Hurricane Response in Southeast

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