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U.S. Department of Defense

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Spotlight

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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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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Value of Service

The U.S. military, the world's finest fighting force, is made up entirely of volunteers, reinforcing the American ideal of personal freedom while offering those with the desire and ability to serve opportunity, community and purpose.

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Value of Service
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News

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DOD Awards $4.22M to Increase Production of Terbium, Other Rare Earth Elements

DOD Awards $4.22M to Increase Production of Terbium, Other Rare Earth Elements
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National 9/11 Pentagon Memorial Temporary Closure

National 9/11 Pentagon Memorial Temporary Closure
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Joint Statement on the U.S.-ROK Nuclear Consultative Group Simulation

Joint Statement on the U.S.-ROK Nuclear Consultative Group Simulation

From The Services

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Army

Joint Initiative Strengthens Bonds

Joint Initiative Strengthens Bonds
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Marine Corps

Marines Launch UNITAS LXV in Chile

Marines Launch UNITAS LXV in Chile
USS Richard M. McCool Jr. (LPD 29) is commissioned at Naval Air Station Pensacola.
Navy

USS Richard M. McCool, Jr. Commissions

USS Richard M. McCool, Jr. Commissions
Human performance testing
Air Force

F-15 Human Performance Tested During Bamboo Eagle

F-15 Human Performance Tested During Bamboo Eagle
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Space Force

Exercise Prepares Staff for Mission

Exercise Prepares Staff for Mission
The Louisiana National Guard supported the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) refueling at Camp Minden, Louisiana, Aug. 14, 2024. The exercise evaluated the division’s effectiveness in executing large-scale, long-range air assault operations while testing its communication, logistical resupply and tactical skills.
National Guard

Louisiana Guard Supports 101st Airborne Division Exercise

Louisiana Guard Supports 101st Airborne Division Exercise

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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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