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DOD Releases Training, Resources to Help Combat Trafficking in Persons

Through innovative training and resources, the Defense Department Combating Trafficking in Persons office focuses on efforts to prevent human trafficking.

Sexual Assault Now Tried Outside Military Chain of Command

The decision to prosecute sexual assault and several other serious crimes has moved from an accused service member’s chain of command to new Offices of Special Trial Counsel.

DOD Announces Aid Package for Ukraine

The Defense Department announced a security assistance package for Ukraine valued at up to $250 million that includes air defense capabilities, artillery and antitank weapons and other equipment. 

After Tough Year, Military Recruiting Is Looking Up

It’s no secret that 2023 was a tough year for military recruiting, but there’s reason to be optimistic going into 2024, Pentagon Press Secretary Air Force Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder said.

Ryder Gives More Detail on How Operation Prosperity Guardian Will Work

The international community is coming together to defend against Houthi attacks on vessels transiting the Red Sea, Pentagon Press Secretary Air Force Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder said.

DOD Issues Civilian Harm Mitigation, Response Instruction

Defense Department officials have completed work on a DOD instruction that incorporates the direction of the department’s civilian harm mitigation and response action plan.

Brown Speaks With Chinese Counterpart

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Air Force Gen. CQ Brown, Jr. held talks with his Chinese military counterpart for the first time since becoming chairman.

Defense Department Taking Action With Warfighter Brain Health Initiative

The DOD is leading a coordinated effort between operational and medical communities to learn more about brain injuries and their effects on the warfighter as part of its Warfighter Brain Health Initiative.