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Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth announced the presidential nominations of Marine Corps Lt.

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DoD releases annual report on civilian casualties related to U.S. military operations
Today, the Department of Defense (DoD) submitted to Congress and released its Annual Report on Civilian Casualties in Connection with United States Military Operations for 2024.

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Defense issues new rules on medical waivers for military recruits
The Department of Defense has announced updated guidance on medical waiver eligibility for individuals seeking to join the U.S. military.

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Defense Logistics Agency appoints new command senior enlisted leader
The Office of the Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (OSEAC) has announced a new assignment.

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Hegseth meets Katz to discuss Israel's defense efforts and regional peace
On July 18, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth met with Israel's Minister of Defense, Israel Katz.

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Pentagon announces new military aid package for Ukraine
At the direction of President Trump, the Department of Defense is providing additional defensive weapons to Ukraine.

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Hegseth meets Petri to discuss US-Argentina defense relations
On July 2, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth held a meeting at the Pentagon with Argentina's Minister of Defense Luis Petri.

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U.S. and India advance defense cooperation following talks between Hegseth and Singh
On July 1, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth had a conversation with India's Minister of Defense Rajnath Singh.

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DoD streamlines NEPA procedures to expedite infrastructure projects
The Department of Defense (DoD) has announced changes to its National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) procedures.

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Department of Defense announces FY 2026 military intelligence budget request
The Department of Defense has announced its Military Intelligence Program (MIP) budget request for the fiscal year 2026.

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Army identifies casualty in Kuwait during Operation Inherent Resolve
The Department of Defense has reported the death of a soldier involved in Operation Inherent Resolve.

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President nominates officers for top naval roles
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has announced a series of nominations for key positions within the Navy.

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Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Bligh nominated as judge advocate general of the Navy
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has announced a significant nomination by the president.

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Pentagon shifts Greenland under U.S. Northern Command in strategic realignment
The President has ordered a modification to the Unified Command Plan, reassigning Greenland from the U.S. European Command's area of responsibility to that of the U.S. Northern Command.

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Army casualty identified by Department of Defense
The Department of Defense has reported the death of a soldier involved in Operation Inherent Resolve.

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Pentagon deploys military personnel to aid ICE operations
Last week, the Secretary of Defense authorized the deployment of up to 700 Department of Defense (DoD) military personnel to assist U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Florida, Louisiana, and Texas.

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Army Command Sgt. Maj. Andrew J. Krogman appointed to new leadership role
The Office of the Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff has announced a new assignment.

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Pentagon establishes task force to boost military recruitment
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has initiated the formation of a Military Service Recruitment Task Force.

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Defense department revamps PCS process amid contractor termination
The Department of Defense (DoD) has appointed Army Maj.

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Defense Department announces new military nominations
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth announced today several key nominations made by the President for various positions within the U.S. military.

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