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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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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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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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News

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Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III, Air Force Gen. CQ Brown, Jr., Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff, Hold a News Conference Following Virtual Meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III, Air Force Gen. CQ Brown, Jr., Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff, Hold a News Conference Following Virtual Meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group
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Biden Administration Announces Historic New Security Assistance Package for Ukraine

Biden Administration Announces Historic New Security Assistance Package for Ukraine
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Ukraine Fact Sheet – 26 Apr.

Ukraine Fact Sheet – 26 Apr.

From The Services

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Army

U.S., Polish Lab Techs Train Together

U.S., Polish Lab Techs Train Together
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Marine Corps

System Eases Assignment Process for Dual-Military Couples

System Eases Assignment Process for Dual-Military Couples
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Navy

Keel Laid for Future Navy Ship

Keel Laid for Future Navy Ship
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Air Force

Referral Bonuses Aim to Fill Vacancies

Referral Bonuses Aim to Fill Vacancies
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Space Force

Vice Chiefs: Operating Jointly Gives Advantage Over Adversaries

Vice Chiefs: Operating Jointly Gives Advantage Over Adversaries
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National Guard

Oregon Guard Sharpens Skills Before Deployment

Oregon Guard Sharpens Skills Before Deployment

Veteran Resource

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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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