U.S. Department of Defense

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DOD Conducts Recover, Repair Mission for Temporary Pier After Heavy Sea States

The Defense Department is working to recover three of four vessels associated with its temporary humanitarian aid pier in Gaza after rough seas caused the motorized sections to run aground May 25, the Pentagon announced.

Airmen load pallets of weapons. — 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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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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U.S. Africa Command

U.S. Africa Command, alongside its African and interagency partners, counters threats and malign actors, strengthens security forces, and responds to crises to advance U.S. interests while promoting regional security, stability and prosperity.
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We Prepare. You Should, Too.

Service members train and prepare year-round so when disasters strike, troops are ready to help those in harm's way. Learn how you can prepare, too.

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Getting to Know Arlington National Cemetery

Since its creation during the Civil War, Arlington National Cemetery has become the final resting place for some of America's greatest military and civilian heroes. Let's find out how much you know about one of the nation's most renowned cemeteries.

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Where the Wild Things Are

With nearly 27 million acres of land under its care, DOD provides crucial habitat for numerous threatened, endangered and at-risk species. See if you can suss out a few of them in this quiz, without getting tripped up by decoys!

DOD Conducts Recover, Repair Mission for Temporary Pier After Heavy Sea States

Support for Ukraine

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U.S. Africa Command

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Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh Holds a Press Briefing

Readout of Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III's Meeting With Angolan Defense Minister João Ernesto dos Santos

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U.S., Canadian, Polish Troops Train Together

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Future Ship Gets Commissioning Date

Weapons School Celebrates 75 Years

First Guardian Graduates From Army Leadership Course

Guardsmen Practice Disaster Response

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