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U.S. Department of Defense

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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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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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Spotlight on NATO

NATO is a transatlantic alliance of 32 like-minded North American and European countries securing peace since 1949.

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Spotlight on NATO
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Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Air Force Gen. Charles CQ. Brown, Jr., Hold an On-Camera Press Conference

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Air Force Gen. Charles CQ. Brown, Jr., Hold an On-Camera Press Conference

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Opening Remarks by Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III at the 22nd Ukraine Defense Contact Group (As Delivered)

Opening Remarks by Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III at the 22nd Ukraine Defense Contact Group (As Delivered)

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Senior Defense Official, Senior Military Official Hold a Background Briefing on Niger

Senior Defense Official, Senior Military Official Hold a Background Briefing on Niger

From The Services

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Army

Soldiers Train With NATO Allies

Soldiers Train With NATO Allies
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Marine Corps

Marksmanship on Display in Philippines

Marksmanship on Display in Philippines
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Navy

Conservation Efforts on WWI Ship's Bell Begin

Conservation Efforts on WWI Ship's Bell Begin
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Air Force

Chaplain Corps Celebrates 75 Years of Service

Chaplain Corps Celebrates 75 Years of Service
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Space Force

Changes to Allowances for Guardians Announced

Changes to Allowances for Guardians Announced
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National Guard

New York, Connecticut Soldiers are Regional Best Warriors

New York, Connecticut Soldiers are Regional Best Warriors

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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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