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F-15EX returns to Kadena, advances transition to next-generation airpower

A U.S. Air Force F-15EX Eagle II and F-15E Strike Eagles assigned to the 85th Test and Evaluation Squadron, Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, fly in...

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George Washington Conducts Sinking Exercise during Valiant Shield 2026

PHILIPPINE SEA (June 25, 2026) — An F-35C Lightning II, attached to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 147, readies for takeoff on the flight deck of...

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Multilateral, Joint Forces execute sinking exercise during Valiant Shield 2026

PHILIPPINE SEA (June 27, 2026) — Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force submarine fires a torpedo at the decommissioned USS Juneau in support of a...

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Boxer Sailors Conduct Flight Operations

STRAIT OF MALACCA (June 21, 2026) — A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey, assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 163 (Reinforced), 11th...

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11th MEU Marines, Sailors Conduct Flight Operations Aboard USS Boxer

INDIAN OCEAN (June 23, 2026) — A U.S. Marine with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 163 (Reinforced), 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit observes a...

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U.S. Navy personnel conduct airborne training over Yokota Air Base

YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan (June 23, 2026) — A U.S. Navy sailor descends after jumping from a U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th...

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George Washington Conducts Flight Operations

PHILIPPINE SEA (June 23, 2026) — An F/A-18 Super Hornet, attached to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 195, readies for takeoff on the flight deck of...

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George Washington Strike Group Participates in Valiant Shield 2026

PHILIPPINE SEA (June 21, 2026) — U.S. Navy aircraft, attached to Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5, and U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning IIs fly over U.S. Navy...

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USS Theodore Roosevelt

PACIFIC OCEAN (June 22, 2026) – U.S. Navy Naval Aircrewman (Helicopter) 2nd Class Coy Manwill, assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 8,...

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U.S., Philippine Coast Guards holds joint pre-exercise engagements in Guam

GUAM (June 10, 2026) — Members of the BRP Gabriela Silang prepare to get underway with Station Apra Harbor, in Guam, on June 10, 2026. The U.S. Coast...

 
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Maj. Gen. Patrick A. Teague, right center, U.S. Pacific Command acting director for strategic planning and policy, J5, and Maj. Gen. Rommel Rosalejos Cordova, left center, deputy chief of staff for plans, J5, Armed Forces of the Philippines, pose for a photo with staff from USPACOM and the AFP during a Mutual Defense Board and Security Engagement Board Executive Committee meeting at the USPACOM headquarters at Camp H.M. Smith, Hawaii, June 24, 2026. 260624-N-GC639-1045
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Lt. Col. Banggeol Kim, chief of preventive medicine, Republic of Korea Armed Forces Medical Command, speaks during a panel discussion on military-civilian coordination at the Indo-Pacific health security alliance summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, June 7, 2026. 260607-N-HG330-1565
Capt. Peter Roberts, U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, Command Surgeon, delivers closing remarks at the Indo-Pacific health security alliance summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, June 8, 2026. 260607-N-HG330-1538
Rear Adm. Sonya Bennett, Commander Joint Health and Surgeon General, Australian Defence Force, Major Roselyne Wia, Papua New Guinea Defence Force, Director of Health Services, and Capt. Peter Roberts, U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, Command Surgeon, sign Terms of Reference at the Indo-Pacific health security alliance summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, June 8, 2026. 260607-N-HG330-1511
Participants take notes during an exercise scenario at the Indo-Pacific health security alliance summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, June 8, 2026. 260607-N-HG330-1053
Overnight, U.S. forces carried out a maritime interdiction and right-of-visit boarding of the sanctioned stateless vessel MT DAVINA located in the Indian Ocean within the INDOPACOM area of responsibility. N/A
Overnight, U.S. forces carried out a maritime interdiction and right-of-visit boarding of the sanctioned stateless vessel MT DAVINA located in the Indian Ocean within the INDOPACOM area of responsibility. N/A
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Defense Cooperation Council signs terms of reference establishing the multilateral defense cooperation framework during a meeting on the sidelines of the IISS Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, May 29, 2026. DCC Signs Terms of Reference at Shangri-La
Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, smiles in a group photo with the Civic Action Team on Camp Katuu, Airai State, Republic of Palau, May 28, 2026. 260527-M-YS621-9759
Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, and President Surangel S. Whipps Jr., the president of Palau, pose for a photo at a memorial on Peleliu, Republic of Palau, May 27, 2026. 260527-M-YS621-5487
Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, salutes a wreath at a memorial site in Peleliu, Republic of Palau, May 26, 2026. 260526-M-YS621-1794
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Adm. David Johnston AC RAN, left, Chief of the Defence Force, Australia, speaks with Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command during a meeting at the Shangri-La Dialogue 2026 in Singapore, May 29, 2026. 260529-N-GC639-4014
Rajesh Kumar Singh, left, Defence Secretary of India, poses for a photo with Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command during a bilateral meeting at the Shangri-La Dialogue 2026 in Singapore, May 29, 2026. 260529-N-GC639-5001
Lt. Gen. George B. Rowell IV, deputy commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, speaks during the “Enhancing Littoral Security in Asia” panel while attending the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, May 30, 2026. Advancing a Free and Open Indo-Pacific: USINDOPACOM Leadership Deepens Ties at Shangri-La
Lt. Gen. George B. Rowell IV, deputy commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, speaks during the “Enhancing Littoral Security in Asia” panel while attending the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, May 30, 2026. Advancing a Free and Open Indo-Pacific: USINDOPACOM Leadership Deepens Ties at Shangri-La
Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, speaks at the annual Spirit of the Alliance Dinner at the Australian War Memorial in Canberra, Australia, May 6, 2026. USINDOPACOM is committed to enhancing stability in the Indo-Pacific region by promoting security cooperation, encouraging peaceful development, responding to contingencies, deterring aggression and, when necessary, prevailing in conflict. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Ryan D. McLearnon) USINDOPACOM strengthens alliance while attending MILREPS forum in Australia
Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, takes questions during a speaking engagement at the Australian Strategic Policy Institute in Canberra, Australia, May 5, 2026. USINDOPACOM is committed to enhancing stability in the Indo-Pacific region by promoting security cooperation, encouraging peaceful development, responding to contingencies, deterring aggression and, when necessary, prevailing in conflict. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Ryan D. McLearnon) USINDOPACOM strengthens alliance while attending MILREPS forum in Australia
Adm. David Johnston AC RAN, Chief of the Australian Defence Force, left, and Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, render a salute during the Last Post ceremony at the Australian War Memorial in Canberra, Australia, May 6, 2026. USINDOPACOM is committed to enhancing stability in the Indo-Pacific region by promoting security cooperation, encouraging peaceful development, responding to contingencies, deterring aggression and, when necessary, prevailing in conflict. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Ryan D. McLearnon) USINDOPACOM strengthens alliance while attending MILREPS forum in Australia
Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, speaks with students at the Australian Defence College in Canberra, Australia, May 5, 2026. USINDOPACOM is committed to enhancing stability in the Indo-Pacific region by promoting security cooperation, encouraging peaceful development, responding to contingencies, deterring aggression and, when necessary, prevailing in conflict. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Ryan D. McLearnon) USINDOPACOM strengthens alliance while attending MILREPS forum in Australia
Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, joins senior leaders at the U.S. Australia MILREPs Forum in Canberra, Australia, May 5, 2026. The U.S.-Australia MILREPs is a critical senior military engagement that aligns defense priorities and establishes a foundation for the Australia–United States Ministerial Consultations, the principal forum through which allied leadership elevates the alliance's most consequential bilateral decisions to the highest levels of government. USINDOPACOM is committed to enhancing stability in the Indo-Pacific region by promoting security cooperation, encouraging peaceful development, responding to contingencies, deterring aggression and, when necessary, prevailing in conflict. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Ryan D. McLearnon) USINDOPACOM strengthens alliance while attending MILREPS forum in Australia
Adm. David Johnston AC RAN, Chief of the Australian Defence Force, left, and Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, render a salute during a ceremonial welcome at the Russell Offices for U.S. Australia MILREPs Forum in Canberra, Australia, May 5, 2026. The U.S.-Australia MILREPs Forum is a critical senior military engagement that aligns defense priorities and establishes a foundation for the Australia–United States Ministerial Consultations, the principal forum through which allied leadership elevates the alliance's most consequential bilateral decisions to the highest levels of government. USINDOPACOM is committed to enhancing stability in the Indo-Pacific region by promoting security cooperation, encouraging peaceful development, responding to contingencies, deterring aggression and, when necessary, prevailing in conflict. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Ryan D. McLearnon) USINDOPACOM strengthens alliance while attending MILREPS forum in Australia
Maj. Gen. Michael R. Drowley, chief of staff of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, presented a ceremonial wreath in remembrance of the fallen service members, and the courage and sacrifice of those who endured the march. 260422-A-GJ727-1338
Maj. Gen. Michael R. Drowley, chief of staff of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, provided remarks at the 84th anniversary of the Bataan Death March, and presented a ceremonial wreath in remembrance of the fallen service members, and the courage and sacrifice of those who endured the march. 260422-A-GJ727-1497
Maj. Gen. Michael R. Drowley, chief of staff of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, provided remarks at the 84th anniversary of the Bataan Death March, and presented a ceremonial wreath in remembrance of the fallen service members, and the courage and sacrifice of those who endured the march. 260422-A-GJ727-1649
Maj. Gen. Michael R. Drowley, chief of staff of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, provided remarks at the 84th anniversary of the Bataan Death March, and presented a ceremonial wreath in remembrance of the fallen service members, and the courage and sacrifice of those who endured the march. 260422-A-GJ727-1255
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Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, delivers keynote remarks at the 36th annual international Military Law and Operations strategic engagement to leaders from more than 30 nations during a four-day discussion in Honolulu, Hawaii, Sept. 8, 2025. 250908-N-PC065-1715
The Australian Defence Force, the Japan Self-Defence Force, the Armed Forces of the Philippines, and U.S. Indo-Pacific Command convened for the 3rd Multilateral Joint Staff Talks here, March 2-3. 260303-N-N0132-1001
Indo-Pacific regional leaders from more than 30 nations visit the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific during the 36th annual international Military Law and Operations strategic engagement in Honolulu, Hawaii, Sept. 9, 2025. 250909-N-PC065-1176
 


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  • 6/30/2026
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    F-15EX returns to Kadena, advances transition to next-generation airpower

    KADENA AIR BASE, Japan — The F-15EX Eagle II returned to Kadena Air Base, Japan, June 29, 2026, accompanied by two F-15E Strike Eagle aircraft, all assigned to the 85th Test and Evaluation Squadron, Eglin Air Force Base, Florida. Building on the aircraft's inaugural visit last year, the deployment provides another opportunity for Airmen to train alongside the Air Force's newest fighter as Kadena prepares for its transition to the F-15EX
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    USS Frank Cable (AS 40) Returns to Homeport after Completing Sea Trials

    APRA HARBOR, Guam — The Emory S. Land Class submarine tender USS Frank Cable (AS 40), returned to Apra Harbor, Guam, June 26, after completing sea trials.
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    3rd Marine Littoral Regiment, Philippine marines conduct a live-fire one-way attack drone range during KAMANDAG 10

    PHILIPPINES — In a significant milestone for 3rd Marine Littoral Regiment, U.S. Marines with 3rd Littoral Combat Team conducted a live-fire range employing armed first-person view-controlled systems in the Philippines during Exercise KAMANDAG 10, June 14-15, 2026. Coordinated alongside marines with the Philippine Marine Corps, the training evolution at Fort Magsaysay successfully demonstrated emergent attack drone concepts in a challenging jungle environment.
  • 6/29/2026
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    Multilateral, Joint Forces execute sinking exercise during Valiant Shield 2026

    PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii — U.S. Pacific Command joint forces, along with allied and partner forces, successfully carried out a live-fire sinking exercise (SINKEX) as part of Valiant Shield 2026 (VS26), targeting the thoroughly cleaned and decommissioned Austin-class amphibious transport dock USS Juneau (LPD 10) more than 200 nautical miles off the coast in the Mariana Islands Range Complex.
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    Philippine, U.S. forces conduct Maritime Cooperative Activity

    SOUTH CHINA SEA — The Armed Forces of the Philippines and the United States Coast Guard conducted a Maritime Cooperative Activity (MCA) within the Philippine Exclusive Economic Zone, June 27-28, 2026. This activity demonstrated a collective commitment to strengthening regional and international cooperation in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific.
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    3rd MLR, 4thMBDE conduct bilateral littoral mobility training during KAMANDAG 10

    DAVILA, Philippines — U.S. Marines with 3rd Marine Littoral Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, alongside Philippine marines with 4th Marine Brigade, Philippine Marine Corps, successfully transported personnel, sustainment supplies and advanced coastal defense systems aboard Philippine vessels during bilateral littoral mobility training in Northern Luzon, June 21-22, 2026, in support of the Philippine-led exercise, KAMANDAG 10. The training enhanced the ability of U.S. and Philippine forces to move and sustain personnel and equipment across complex maritime terrain while strengthening interoperability and combined readiness.

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Modernizing the skies ⚡️✈️ A U.S. Air Force F-15EX Eagle II and F-15E Strike Eagles assigned to the 85th Test and Evaluation Squadron travel to Kadena Air Base, Japan, for integration and familiarization training with local units and joint partners. 📍 Japan 📸 Staff Sgt. Dwane https://t.co/pBUzTzkofM Modernizing the skies ⚡️✈️ A U.S. Air Force F-15EX Eagle II and F-15E Strike Eagles assigned to the 85th Test and Evaluation Squadron travel to Kadena Air Base, Japan, for integration and familiarization training with local units and joint partners. 📍 Japan 📸 Staff Sgt. Dwane https://t.co/pBUzTzkofM
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Stronger together 💥🌏 U.S. Marines assigned to the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit conduct joint live-fire training alongside Royal Tongan Marines, Republic of Korea Marine Corps forces, and Mexican Naval Infantry Corps forces at Marine Corps Base Hawaii. The training is part https://t.co/e8D0cznzjf Stronger together 💥🌏 U.S. Marines assigned to the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit conduct joint live-fire training alongside Royal Tongan Marines, Republic of Korea Marine Corps forces, and Mexican Naval Infantry Corps forces at Marine Corps Base Hawaii. The training is part https://t.co/e8D0cznzjf
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RT @US7thFleet: 🇺🇸🤝🇵🇭 Enhancing Security and Stability @TeamAFP and the @USCG conducted this year's eighth MCA within the Philippine Exclu…
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Providing precision fire from above 🦅💥 U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 164 (Reinforced) conduct flight operations and live-fire training aboard a UH-1Y Venom from the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) while underway in the https://t.co/A119byCTgc Providing precision fire from above 🦅💥 U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 164 (Reinforced) conduct flight operations and live-fire training aboard a UH-1Y Venom from the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) while underway in the https://t.co/A119byCTgc
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Forging power from the flight deck ⚓️✈️ U.S. Sailors assigned to the USS George Washington (CVN 73) conduct flight operations during Exercise Valiant Shield 2026 while underway in the Philippine Sea. 📍 Philippine Sea 📸 Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Nicolas Quezada https://t.co/rHp4qJnkoX Forging power from the flight deck ⚓️✈️ U.S. Sailors assigned to the USS George Washington (CVN 73) conduct flight operations during Exercise Valiant Shield 2026 while underway in the Philippine Sea. 📍 Philippine Sea 📸 Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Nicolas Quezada https://t.co/rHp4qJnkoX
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RT @USARPAC: Train to win 🎥C Co., 35th Inf. Rgmt, 2nd Bn, 3rd BDE, 25th ID conduct live-fire training during Salaknib 2026 at Fort Magsays…
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