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U.S. Department of Defense

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Temporary Pier in Gaza on Track to Be Operational in May

A temporary pier the Defense Department is constructing off the Gazan coast to deliver humanitarian aid is on track to establish initial operations soon, Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh said.

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Temporary Pier in Gaza on Track to Be Operational in May
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Spotlight

FY 2025 Defense Budget

The president’s fiscal year 2025 budget request bolsters our ability to defend the nation and deter aggression against America or our allies and partners, and forges a more modern defense ecosystem built for 21st century security challenges.

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FY 2025 Defense Budget
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Spotlight

Helping Hands

More than just a fighting force, the Defense Department delivers health care, disaster relief and other support to people around the world in humanitarian missions every day.

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Helping Hands
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Press Products
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Command Senior Enlisted Leader Assignments

Command Senior Enlisted Leader Assignments
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Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III's Opening Remarks at the House Armed Services Committee Budget Posture Hearing - FY25 Budget Request for DOD

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III's Opening Remarks at the House Armed Services Committee Budget Posture Hearing - FY25 Budget Request for DOD
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Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh Holds an Off-Camera, On-the-Record Press Briefing

Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh Holds an Off-Camera, On-the-Record Press Briefing

From The Services

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Army

Legacy of Korean War Hero Lives On

Legacy of Korean War Hero Lives On
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Marine Corps

Expeditionary Unit Arrives in Philippines for Balikatan

Expeditionary Unit Arrives in Philippines for Balikatan
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Navy

Display Honors Native Americans' Service, Contributions

Display Honors Native Americans' Service, Contributions
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Air Force

Test Pilots Take Electric Aircraft for Spin

Test Pilots Take Electric Aircraft for Spin
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Space Force

Leader Visits Massachusetts-Based Squadron

Leader Visits Massachusetts-Based Squadron
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National Guard

Georgia Soldiers Provide Airborne Safety Training

Georgia Soldiers Provide Airborne Safety Training

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