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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Sparks fly as a soldier lying on the ground fires a weapon, creating red lasers in the distance.

Laser Focused

A soldier fires a machine gun during a nighttime qualification at Fort Bragg, N.C., Dec. 17, 2025. The training was designed to sharpen lethal skills, honing proficiency in warrior tasks and battle drills while preparing for upcoming exercises.

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