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Salaknib 2026: Multinational Forces Enhance Interoperability During JPMRC-X Air Assault

FORT MAGSAYSAY, Philippines (May 17, 2026) — Japan Ground Self-Defense Force soldiers assigned to 2nd Infantry Regiment, 12th Brigade, pull security...

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Salaknib 2026: Multinational Forces Enhance Interoperability During JPMRC-X Air Assault

TARLAC, Philippines (May 17, 2026) — U.S. Army Cpl. Jonathan Zyk, a crew chief assigned to the 3rd Mobile Brigade, 25th Infantry Division, guides...

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Salaknib 2026: 2-27 Infantry Navigate Challenging Terrain

FORT MAGSAYSAY, Philippines (May 12, 2026) — U.S. Soldiers assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 27th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Mobile Brigade, 25th Infantry...

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Salaknib 2026: Task Force Saber and 25th Infantry Division Artillery (DIVARTY) conduct Sling Load Operation

PHILIPPINES (May 16, 2026) — A U.S. Army UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter assigned to Task Force Saber, 25th Combat Aviation Brigade, prepares to land a...

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Salaknib 2026: Task Force Saber conducts Cold and Hot Load Training with 3rd Mobile Brigade and Philippine Army, 1st Brigade Combat Team

PHILIPPINES (May 13, 2026) — U.S. Soldiers assigned to 2nd Battalion, 35th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Mobile Brigade, 25th Infantry Division run onto a...

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USS Boxer Conducts Replenishment-at-Sea with USNS Alan Shepard

INDIAN OCEAN (May 11, 2026) — A U.S. Navy MH-60 Sea Hawk assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 21 delivers supplies from Lewis and...

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Salaknib 2026: 2-27 Infantry begins the advance at JPMRC-X

NUEVA ECIJA, Philippines (May 10, 2026) — U.S. Soldiers, assigned to 2nd Battalion, 27th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Mobile Brigade, 25th Infantry...

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Balikatan 2026: U.S. Marines, Philippine marines conduct live-fire exercise

APORAWAN, Philippines (April 27, 2026) — U.S. Marines assigned to 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, Marine Rotational Force – Darwin, and...

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Salaknib 2026: 2nd Bn., 35th Inf. Regt. Sling Load Training

PHILIPPINES (May 9, 20261) — U.S. Soldiers assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 35th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Mobile Brigade, 25th Infantry Division, sling...

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Balikatan 2026: JGSDF Executes Counter-Landing Live-Fire

LAOAG, Philippines (May 5, 2026) — Japan Ground Self-Defense Force soldiers with the Amphibious Rapid Deployment Regiment engage targets with an...

 
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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
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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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  • 5/20/2026
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    CATC Fuji HIMARS Live-Fire Training

    CAMP COURTNEY, Japan — U.S. Marines with 3rd Battalion, 12th Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, successfully conducted a High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) live-fire training event at Combined Arms Training Center (CATC), Camp Fuji on May 20, 2026. This training was designed to enhance the readiness and lethality of 3rd Marine Division Marines while adhering to the highest standards of safety, reinforcing the Corps’ commitment to regional security and the defense of Japan.
  • 5/20/2026
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    Salaknib 2026: Multinational Forces Enhance Interoperability During JPMRC-X Air Assault

    FORT MAGSAYSAY, Philippines — In a practical demonstration of regional integration, military forces from the United States, Philippines, Australia, New Zealand, and Japan successfully executed Operation Sama Sama, a complex multi-domain air assault mission on May 17, 2026.
  • 5/19/2026
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    U.S. Army Reservists activate, serving the people of Saipan post-Typhoon Sinlaku

    SAIPAN, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands — Multiple Army Reserve units under the 9th Mission Support Command have been activated in response to the recent impact of Typhoon Sinlaku within the Mariana Islands, May 18, 2026.
  • 5/18/2026
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    Salaknib 2026: Tropic Lightning, Partners Forge’ The Shield’ in the Crucible of JPMRC-X

    FORT MAGSAYSAY, Philippines — On May 8, the Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center-Exportable exercise shifted from planning to execution as Soldiers with 2nd Battalion, 21st Infantry Regiment, 3rd Mobile Brigade, 25th Infantry Division, moved into the rugged mountains of northern Luzon. Their advance marked the start of a complex operation focused on route reconnaissance in support of upcoming multinational missions.
  • 5/18/2026
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    15th Operational Support Squadron conduct SERE training for INDOPACOM visit

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U.S. Soldiers assigned to 25th Infantry Division execute gun raid training for the Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center-Exportable Exercise (JPMRC-X) at Fort Magsaysay, Philippines. JPMRC-X, as part of Exercise Salaknib, integrates U.S., Philippine, and partner forces in https://t.co/dinJHF4pUg U.S. Soldiers assigned to 25th Infantry Division execute gun raid training for the Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center-Exportable Exercise (JPMRC-X) at Fort Magsaysay, Philippines. JPMRC-X, as part of Exercise Salaknib, integrates U.S., Philippine, and partner forces in https://t.co/dinJHF4pUg
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RT @JIATFWest: #JIATFWest and @usembassykl #DEAKualaLumpur, facilitated a Maritime Enforcement & Money Laundering Course for the Royal Mala…
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RT @USPacificFleet: A #FreeAndOpenIndoPacific requires sustained presence. USNS Alan Shepard delivers critical supplies to USS Boxer, provi…
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U.S. Marines with the Marine Rotational Force – Darwin, conduct a seizure of key terrain as part of Exercise Tagata Toa in Farino, New Caledonia. Exercise Tagata Toa 26 is a high-intensity, regimental-level, combined arms exercise hosted by the French Armed Forces in New https://t.co/opucct1xqC U.S. Marines with the Marine Rotational Force – Darwin, conduct a seizure of key terrain as part of Exercise Tagata Toa in Farino, New Caledonia. Exercise Tagata Toa 26 is a high-intensity, regimental-level, combined arms exercise hosted by the French Armed Forces in New https://t.co/opucct1xqC
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RT @EighthArmyKorea: Precision is the standard! Soldiers assigned to 3-2 General Aviation Support Battalion, 2nd Combat Aviation Bde., @2IN…
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U.S. Marines assigned to the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit conduct flight operations aboard the USS Boxer (LHD 4) in the Indian Ocean. The 11th MEU, embarked aboard the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group, is a persistent, combat credible force contributing to deterrence and crisis https://t.co/QBnsHbqNGA U.S. Marines assigned to the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit conduct flight operations aboard the USS Boxer (LHD 4) in the Indian Ocean. The 11th MEU, embarked aboard the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group, is a persistent, combat credible force contributing to deterrence and crisis https://t.co/QBnsHbqNGA
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U.S. Marines the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit conduct combat marksmanship aboard the USS Comstock (LSD 45) in the Indian Ocean. The 11th MEU, embarked aboard the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group, is a persistent, combat credible force contributing to deterrence and crisis response https://t.co/Z6l8ehLflH U.S. Marines the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit conduct combat marksmanship aboard the USS Comstock (LSD 45) in the Indian Ocean. The 11th MEU, embarked aboard the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group, is a persistent, combat credible force contributing to deterrence and crisis response https://t.co/Z6l8ehLflH
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U.S. Soldiers assigned to the 25th Infantry Division conduct reconnaissance drone operations in preparation for the Joint Pacific Readiness Center Exportable Exercise at Fort Magsaysay, Nueva Ecija, Philippines. JPMRC-X, as part of Exercise Salaknib, integrates U.S., Philippine, https://t.co/wUv03GQjnp U.S. Soldiers assigned to the 25th Infantry Division conduct reconnaissance drone operations in preparation for the Joint Pacific Readiness Center Exportable Exercise at Fort Magsaysay, Nueva Ecija, Philippines. JPMRC-X, as part of Exercise Salaknib, integrates U.S., Philippine, https://t.co/wUv03GQjnp
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U.S. Sailors aboard the USS Mustin (DDG 89) conduct boat operations while underway in the Indian Ocean. Mustin is forward-deployed and assigned to Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy’s largest DESRON and U.S. 7th Fleet’s principal surface force. U.S. 7th Fleet, the Navy’s https://t.co/2BsLwGGqEu U.S. Sailors aboard the USS Mustin (DDG 89) conduct boat operations while underway in the Indian Ocean. Mustin is forward-deployed and assigned to Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy’s largest DESRON and U.S. 7th Fleet’s principal surface force. U.S. 7th Fleet, the Navy’s https://t.co/2BsLwGGqEu
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U.S. Marines, assigned to the 3rd Marine Division, and the Philippines Marines participate in a weapons training class during maritime key terrain security operations at Batan, Batanes Islands, Philippines. 📍Philippines 📸 Sgt. Iyer Ramakrishna #IndoPacific https://t.co/vEahfI4ssW U.S. Marines, assigned to the 3rd Marine Division, and the Philippines Marines participate in a weapons training class during maritime key terrain security operations at Batan, Batanes Islands, Philippines. 📍Philippines 📸 Sgt. Iyer Ramakrishna #IndoPacific https://t.co/vEahfI4ssW
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U.S. Marines assigned to 3rd Marine Division conduct military operations in urban terrain training on Camp Hansen, Okinawa. This training ensures Marines remain proficient and lethal by honing their training in urban areas to respond to fighting within cities. 📍Japan 📸 Cpl. https://t.co/AbH8pa3oH8 U.S. Marines assigned to 3rd Marine Division conduct military operations in urban terrain training on Camp Hansen, Okinawa. This training ensures Marines remain proficient and lethal by honing their training in urban areas to respond to fighting within cities. 📍Japan 📸 Cpl. https://t.co/AbH8pa3oH8
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U.S. Soldiers assigned to the 25th Infantry Division sling load Infantry Squad Vehicles to a Boeing CH-47 Chinook during training as part of the Joint Pacific Readiness Center Exportable Exercise at Fort Magsaysay, Nueva Ecija, Philippines. JPMRC-X, as part of Exercise Salaknib, https://t.co/F0YDdAhstU U.S. Soldiers assigned to the 25th Infantry Division sling load Infantry Squad Vehicles to a Boeing CH-47 Chinook during training as part of the Joint Pacific Readiness Center Exportable Exercise at Fort Magsaysay, Nueva Ecija, Philippines. JPMRC-X, as part of Exercise Salaknib, https://t.co/F0YDdAhstU
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