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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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Spotlight

Tackling the Climate Crisis

The planet's changing climate has a significant effect on Defense Department missions, plans and installations. DOD is elevating climate change as a national security priority, integrating climate considerations into policies, strategies and partner engagements.

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Tackling the Climate Crisis
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Spotlight

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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Military Commissions Media Invitation Announced for United States v. Abd al-Rahim al-Nashiri Pre-Trial Hearing

Military Commissions Media Invitation Announced for United States v. Abd al-Rahim al-Nashiri Pre-Trial Hearing
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Readout of U.S.-Slovakia High Level Defense Group

Readout of U.S.-Slovakia High Level Defense Group
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On-Camera Press Briefing

On-Camera Press Briefing

From The Services

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Army

Wrestler Overcomes Injuries to Vie for Olympics

Wrestler Overcomes Injuries to Vie for Olympics
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Marine Corps

Corps Remembers Medal of Honor Recipient

Corps Remembers Medal of Honor Recipient
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Navy

Navy Secretary Visits Bridge Collapse Site

Navy Secretary Visits Bridge Collapse Site
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Air Force

Leaders Urge Congress to Approve Timely Budget

Leaders Urge Congress to Approve Timely Budget
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Space Force

Political Activity Guidelines Provided for Airmen, Guardians

Political Activity Guidelines Provided for Airmen, Guardians
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National Guard

Guardsman Teaches Sign Language to Deployed Troops

Guardsman Teaches Sign Language to Deployed Troops

Veteran Resource

Interactive Experiences

Multimedia

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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