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Keris MAREX 24: Mortar Systems, Machine gun range

(Nov. 8, 2024) U.S. Marines with 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, attached to Marine Rotational Force - Southeast Asia, fire an M240B machine gun during Keris Marine Exercise (MAREX) 2024 on Galang Island, Batam, Indonesia, Nov. 8, 2024. Keris MAREX is a bilateral exercise conducted by the U.S. Marine Corps and Korps Marinir Republik Indonesia, or Indonesian Marine Corps, to strengthen relationships as military partners and increase interoperability among participating forces in the advancement of a Free and Open Indo-Pacific. MRF-SEA is a rotational unit derived from elements of I Marine Expeditionary Force executing a U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific operational model that involves training events and exchanges with partner military subject matter experts, promotes security goals with Allied and partner nations, and ensures a persistent I MEF presence west of the International Date Line. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Shaina Jupiter)

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Keris MAREX 24: Mortar Systems, Machine gun range

(Nov. 08, 2024) A U.S. Marine with 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, attached to Marine Rotational Force - Southeast Asia, fires an M240B machine gun during Keris Marine Exercise (MAREX) 2024 on Galang Island, Batam, Indonesia, Nov. 8, 2024. Keris MAREX is a bilateral exercise conducted by the U.S. Marine Corps and Korps Marinir Republik Indonesia, or Indonesian Marine Corps, to strengthen relationships as military partners and increase interoperability among participating forces in the advancement of a Free and Open Indo-Pacific. MRF-SEA is a rotational unit derived from elements of I Marine Expeditionary Force executing a U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific operational model that involves training events and exchanges with partner military subject matter experts, promotes security goals with Allied and partner nations, and ensures a persistent I MEF presence west of the International Date Line. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Shaina Jupiter)

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Keris MAREX 24 Opening Ceremony

(Nov. 06, 2024) U.S. Marines with Marine Rotational Force-Southeast Asia, I Marine Expeditionary Force, and Indonesian marines with 10th Marine Infantry Battalion, Indonesian Korps Marinir, stand in formation during the Keris Marine Exercise (MAREX) 2024 Opening Ceremony at Yonif 10 Marinir, Batam, Indonesia, Nov. 6, 2024. Keris MAREX is a bilateral exercise conducted by the U.S. Marine Corps and Korps Marinir Republik Indonesia, or Indonesian Marine Corps, to strengthen relationships as military partners and increase interoperability among participating forces in the advancement of a Free and Open Indo-Pacific. MRF-SEA is a rotational unit derived from elements of I Marine Expeditionary Force executing a U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific operational model that involves training events and exchanges with partner military subject matter experts, promotes security goals with Allied and partner nations, and ensures a persistent I MEF presence west of the International Date Line. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Shaina Jupiter)

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15th MEU Recon Fast-Ropes, Live-Fires Aboard USS Boxer

(Nov. 04, 2024) A U.S. Marine assigned to Reconnaissance Company, 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, fires an M4 carbine during a live-fire exercise aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4) in the Pacific Ocean, Oct. 4, 2024. Boxer and embarked elements of the 15th MEU are conducting routine operations in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. 7th Fleet is the U.S. Navy’s largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, and routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Joseph Helms)

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U.S., Japan, Republic of Korea Conduct Trilateral Aerial Exercise

(Nov. 03, 2024) Fighter aircraft from the U.S., Japan, and the Republic of Korea conduct a trilateral escort flight of U.S. bombers operating in the Indo-Pacific, Nov. 3, 2024. Two U.S. F-16 from the 36th Fighter Squadron, 51st Fighter Wing flew with four Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-2s from the 8th Air Wing and four Republic of Korea Air Force F-15Ks from the 11th Fighter Wing to escort one U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maria Umanzor Guzman)

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USS Dewey (DDG 105) Sails with Royal Malaysian Navy During CARAT Malaysia 2024

(Nov. 1, 2024) – The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Dewey (DDG 105), foreground, sails in formation with the Royal Malaysian Navy Kedah-class offshore patrol vessel KD Terengganu (F 174) in the Andaman Sea while participating in Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Malaysia, Nov. 1, 2024. CARAT Malaysia 2024 is a biennial exercise that seeks to enhance collaboration focused on shared maritime security challenges in the region. In its 30th year, CARAT 2024 highlights the longstanding role of regular collaboration as a credible venue for regional Allies and partners to address shared maritime security priorities. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Greg Johnson)

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U.S., ROK accomplish precision strike, close air support training with MQ-9, F-15K

(Oct. 31, 2024) A simulated static target explodes after being struck by a GBU-12 during combined Republic of Korea and U.S. air forces precision strike training as part of Freedom Flag 24-1. During the training, U.S. MQ-9 Reaper provided “buddy lase” capabilities for two ROK F-15K Slam Eagles, allowing aircrew to maintain their strong integration and interoperability capabilities in defense of the ROK-U.S. Alliance. (Courtesy photo by ROK Air Force)

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JSDF and U.S. Forces conducted a bilateral exercise

(Oct. 31, 2024) JSDF and U.S. Forces conducted a bilateral exercise. This exercise reaffirms the strong intention between JPN and U.S. to respond to any situation, the readiness of JSDF and U.S. Forces, and further strengthens the deterrence and response capabilities of the JPN-U.S. Alliance.

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KS25 | 909th ARS fuels Keen Sword

(Oct. 31, 2024) A U.S. Marine Corps F/A-18C Hornet assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 232, conducts aerial refeuling with a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron, before a Keen Sword 25 training mission over the Sea of Japan, Oct. 31, 2024. Keen Sword is a biennial, joint and bilateral field-training exercise involving U.S. military and Japan Self-Defense Force personnel, designed to increase readiness and interoperability while strengthening the ironclad U.S.-Japan alliance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tylir Meyer)

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HSC-12 conducts search and rescue operations in Guam

(Oct. 31, 2024) Naval Air Crewman (Helicopter) 3rd Class Jacob Gateman, from Vashon Island, Washington, assigned to the Golden Falcons of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 12, currently deployed aboard Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73), jumps from an MH-60S Seahawk during expeditionary advanced base operations at U.S. Naval Base Guam, Oct. 31, 2024. George Washington is 7th Fleet’s premier forward-deployed aircraft carrier, a long-standing symbol of the United States’ commitment to maintaining a free and open Indo-Pacific region, while operating alongside Allies and partners across the U.S. Navy’s largest forward-deployed numbered fleet. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Geoffrey L. Ottinger)

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USS George Washington Carrier Strike Group leads Task Force 70 surface, air forces into Keen Sword 25

(Oct. 29, 2024) U.S. 7th Fleet’s premiere forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) steams in the Western Pacific Ocean during Keen Sword 25, Oct. 29. The embarked staff of the George Washington Carrier Strike Group is coordinating air and surface operations in the exercise. Keen Sword is a biennial, joint and bilateral field-training exercise involving U.S. military and Japan Self-Defense Forces personnel, designed to increase readiness and interoperability while strengthening the ironclad U.S.-Japan alliance. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Caroline H. Lui)

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USS George Washington Conducts Flight Operations

(Oct. 28, 2024) An E/A-18G Growler, assigned to the Shadowhawks of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 141, taxis on the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) while underway in the Pacific Ocean, Oct. 28, 2024. George Washington is 7th Fleet’s premier forward-deployed aircraft carrier, a long-standing symbol of the United States’ commitment to maintaining a free and open Indo-Pacific region, while operating alongside Allies and partners across the U.S. Navy’s largest forward-deployed numbered fleet. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class August Clawson)

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KS 25 | HIMARS/M270 MLRS Bilateral Live Fire

(Oct. 23, 2024) U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Alejandro Quintero Jr. stages a High Mobility Artillery Rocket System to execute fire missions during exercise Keen Sword 25 at JGSDF Yausubetsu Training Area, Hokkaido, Japan, Oct. 24, 2024. KS25 is a biennial, joint and bilateral field-training exercise involving U.S. military and Japan Self-Defense Force personnel, designed to increase readiness and interoperability while strengthening the ironclad U.S.-Japan alliance. Quintero, a native of California, is a HIMARS operator with 3rd Battalion, 12th Marine Littoral Regiment, 3d Marine Division. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Shayla Kuhn)

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USS George Washington Conducts a Fueling-at-Sea with USS McCampbell

(Oct. 24, 2024) Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS McCampbell (DDG 85) positions alongside Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) during a fueling-at-sea in the Pacific Ocean, Oct. 24, 2024. George Washington is 7th Fleet’s premiere forward-deployed aircraft carrier, a long-standing symbol of the United States’ commitment to maintaining a free and open Indo-Pacific region, while operating alongside Allies and partners across the U.S. Navy’s largest forward-deployed numbered fleet.

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Keen Sword 25: MCAS Iwakuni Marines and Sailors Participate in Riot Response Training

(Oct. 24, 2024) U.S. Marines with Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, conduct riot response training during exercise Keen Sword 25 at MCAS Iwakuni, Japan, Oct. 24, 2024. Keen Sword 25 is a biennial, joint and bilateral field-training exercise involving U.S. military and Japan Self-Defense Force personnel, designed to increase readiness and interoperability while strengthening the ironclad U.S.-Japan alliance. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Eliza Fremont)

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Keen Sword 25 Functional Training

(Oct. 23, 2024) Japanese military personnel from the Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF), the Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF), and Japanese Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) demonstrate Jukendo in an exercise held onboard Naval Air Facility Atsugi during exercise Keen Sword 25. Keen Sword is a biennial, joint and bilateral field-training exercise involving U.S. military and Japan Self-Defense Force personnel, designed to increase readiness and interoperability while strengthening the ironclad Japan-U.S. alliance. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Henry Liu)

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MQ-9 Reaper Arrives at Kunsan Air Base for Freedom Flag 24-1

(Oct. 23, 2024) An MQ-9 Reaper taxis on the runway after landing in support of Freedom Flag 24-1 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Oct. 23, 2024. Freedom Flag 24-1 is an advanced, large-scale tactical exercise between the U.S. and allied partners dedicated to the protection of regional peace and stability through the adaptation of novel and collaborative training methods, ensuring readiness against a wide range of threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maria Umanzor Guzman)

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Mangudai Challenge 2024

(Oct. 23, 2024) A Republic of Korea Army Soldier pulls security for a wounded team member during a casualty evacuation exercise during Mangudai 2024, October 23, at Rodriguez Live Fire Complex. The annual Mangudai training event brings together senior enlisted members from across the Korean Peninsula to engage in squad based training events that builds joint camaraderie and reinforces their mastery of fundamental Soldiering tasks.

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15th MEU and ACU 5 return to Boxer

(Oct. 22, 2024) Landing Craft Air Cushion 57, assigned to Assault Craft Unit (ACU) 5, enters the well deck of the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4) as the ship steams in Sulu Sea, Oct. 22, 2024. Boxer and embarked elements of the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit are conducting routine operations in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. U.S. 7th Fleet is the U.S. Navy’s largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, and routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Roland Ardon)

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US, Australian Naval Forces Conduct Bilateral Operations

(Oct. 21, 2024) U.S. Navy Sailors assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Dewey (DDG 105) pilot a rigid-hull inflatable boat while conducting a visit, board, search and seizure drill with the Royal Australian Navy Anzac-class destroyer HMAS Stuart (FFH 153) in the Bay of Bengal, Oct. 21, 2024. Dewey is forward-deployed and assigned to Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy’s largest DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleet’s principal surface force. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Greg Johnson)

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