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The Department of Defense (DoD) has announced new guidance regarding the observance of cultural awareness months within its components and military departments.

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Hegseth and Rutte discuss NATO's future goals
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte recently engaged in an introductory call.

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US-Israel defense leaders discuss security collaboration
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth recently engaged in an introductory call with Israel's Minister of Defense, Israel Katz.

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Hegseth discusses U.S.-Australia alliance with Australian defense minister
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth recently engaged in an introductory call with Australia's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence, Richard Marles.

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Defense Secretary emphasizes merit-based policies for military leadership
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has issued a memorandum emphasizing the Department of Defense's commitment to providing top-tier leadership for American service members.

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Department clarifies impact of OMB memo on defense contracting
The Department of Defense has issued a statement in response to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Memorandum titled "Temporary Pause of Agency Grant, Loan, and Other Financial Assistance," dated January 27, 2025.

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Hegseth discusses US-Israel ties with Netanyahu
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu engaged in an introductory call to discuss the strong relationship between the United States and Israel.

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Secretary Hegseth outlines defense priorities under President Trump
Secretary Hegseth addressed the Department of Defense, expressing his commitment to lead under President Donald J. Trump's directive.

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Department of Defense awards $86 million grant for school replacement in Tampa
The Department of Defense has announced an $86,374,326 grant to Hillsborough County Public Schools.

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Pentagon responds to Trump's order on border security
On Monday, President Trump declared a national emergency at the southern border of the United States.

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Satellite transition affects AFN customers in Pacific region
An upcoming satellite transition will affect some AFN TV programming package users in the Pacific region.

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Former Assistant Defense Secretary on TikTok debate: 'our social media companies can't operate in China'
Former Assistant Secretary of Defense Randall Schriver has expressed concerns regarding the operation of Chinese social media apps such as TikTok in the United States.

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New officials take office at Department Of Defence
The Department of Defense has announced the swearing-in of several new officials at the Pentagon on January 20, 2025.

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Trump designates Robert Salesses as acting Secretary of Defense
Mr. Robert Salesses has been designated by President Donald J. Trump to serve as Acting Secretary of Defense.

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Department of Defense releases fiscal year 2024 strategic management plan
The Department of Defense has released its Fiscal Year 2024 Strategic Management Plan Annual Performance Report, approved by Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen H. Hicks.

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Department awards $5.1M to recycle rare earth elements from e-waste
The Department of Defense has allocated $5.1 million to Rare Resource Recycling Inc. (REEcycle) through Title III of the Defense Production Act.

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Department of Defense releases updated report on PPBE reform
The Department of Defense has released an updated and expanded report on Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) Reform Implementation.

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Department of Defense announces first cohort for small business investment initiative
The Department of Defense (DoD) and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) have announced the first cohort of funds licensed and approved under the Small Business Investment Company Critical Technologies Initiative (SBICCT Initiative).

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Secretary Austin comments on Israel-Hamas ceasefire agreement
Israel and Hamas have reached a ceasefire and hostage-release agreement, following months of diplomatic efforts by the United States, Egypt, and Qatar.

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US-Australia defense leaders discuss enhanced security cooperation
Acting Under Secretary of Defense for Policy Amanda Dory held a meeting with Australian Secretary of Defence Gregory Moriarty at the Pentagon.

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