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U.S. Department of Defense

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Spotlight on NATO

NATO is a transatlantic alliance of 30 like-minded North American and European countries securing peace since 1949.

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Spotlight on NATO
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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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Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III

As the 28th secretary of defense, Lloyd J. Austin III is the principal assistant to the president in all matters relating to the Department of Defense and also serves on the National Security Council.

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Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III
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News

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Russia's Grand Strategy for Ukraine Takeover Unmet, Policy Undersecretary Says

Russia's Grand Strategy for Ukraine Takeover Unmet, Policy Undersecretary Says
Feature | Know Your Military

Airman Creates Patriotic Paint Scheme for NASCAR Race Car

Airman Creates Patriotic Paint Scheme for NASCAR Race Car
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Military Medicine Is Preparing for the Next Conflict

Military Medicine Is Preparing for the Next Conflict
Spotlight | Partnerships

Focus on Indo-Pacific

Focus on Indo-Pacific
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Coronavirus: DOD Response

Coronavirus: DOD Response

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Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen H. Hicks' Remarks at the Army 247th Birthday Celebration Cake Cutting and Reenlistment Ceremony (As Prepared)

Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen H. Hicks' Remarks at the Army 247th Birthday Celebration Cake Cutting and Reenlistment Ceremony (As Prepared)

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Joint Statement: U.S. – France Defense Trade Strategic Dialogue

Joint Statement: U.S. – France Defense Trade Strategic Dialogue

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General Officer Announcement

General Officer Announcement

From The Services

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Army

Soldiers Honor the Past, Secure the Future

Soldiers Honor the Past, Secure the Future
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Marine Corps

Marines Launch High Mobility Artillery Rocket System

Marines Launch High Mobility Artillery Rocket System
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Navy

U.S., UAE Forces Begin Maritime Exercise

U.S., UAE Forces Begin Maritime Exercise
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Army

B-1B Lancers Deploy for Task Force Mission

B-1B Lancers Deploy for Task Force Mission
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Space Force

Space Force Partners With Arizona State University

Space Force Partners With Arizona State University
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National Guard

National Guard Defends the Cyber Front

National Guard Defends the Cyber Front

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