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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A missile launches from a military vehicle, creating a ball of fire and smoke against a dark sky.

Epic Blast

An M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System conducts live-fire missions during Operation Epic Fury in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, March 9, 2026. Part of this photo was blurred for security purposes.

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