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Balikatan 26: U.S., Philippine special operations forces execute friendship jumps

LAOAG, Philippines (April 23, 2026) — U.S. Air Force Special Operations Command Airmen conduct a military free-fall jump during Exercise Balikatan 2026 over the Philippines, April 23, 2026. Balikatan is a longstanding annual exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. military that represents the strength of our alliance, improves our capable combined force, and demonstrates our commitment to regional peace and prosperity. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Alisha Grezlik)

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Members of the 36th Wing Crisis Action Team coordinate with joint and interagency partners at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, in support of Federal Emergency Management Agency-led response efforts during Typhoon Sinlaku. The team works around the clock to ensure timely and effective assistance to impacted communities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kevin McCormick Jr.)

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Brig. Gen. Dan Cooley, 36th Wing commander, confers with Crisis Action Team members during Typhoon Sinlaku recovery response operations at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. The team transitioned from a scheduled exercise to real-world operations, enabling immediate support to Defense Support of Civil Authorities efforts. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kevin McCormick Jr.)

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260423-N-EH855-1744 INALAHAN, Guam (April 23, 2026) – Sailors assigned to Commander, Submarine Squadron 15, participate in a beach cleanup following Super Typhoon Sinlaku. Super Typhoon Sinlaku, a Category 5 storm, moved through Guam and the Northern Marianas islands, bringing hurricane-force winds, heavy rain and high seas. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Bryan Mai)

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260423-N-EH855-1301 INALAHAN, Guam (April 23, 2026) – A Sailor assigned to Commander, Submarine Squadron 15 (CSS-15), participates in a beach cleanup following Super Typhoon Sinlaku. CSS-15 and other military commands across Guam are providing vital support to villages and civil authorities, strengthening crisis response and recovery efforts in the wake of Super Typhoon Sinlaku. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Bryan Mai)

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260423-N-EH855-1758 INALAHAN, Guam (April 23, 2026) – Sailors and civilians from Commander, Submarine Squadron 15 (CSS-15), pose for a group photo after participating in a beach cleanup following Super Typhoon Sinlaku. CSS-15 and other military commands across Guam are providing vital support to villages and civil authorities, strengthening crisis response and recovery efforts in the wake of Super Typhoon Sinlaku. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Bryan Mai)

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Balikatan 2026: Space Force strengthens U.S.-Philippine combined readiness

U.S. Space Force Brig. Gen. Brian Denaro, U.S. Space Forces - Indo-Pacific commander, is greeted by Nestor Olfindo, left, Philippine Space Agency science research specialist supervisor, and Bernadette Sanchez, middle, PhilSA science research specialist, during Exercise Balikatan 2026 at Camp Gen. Emilio Aguinaldo, Manila, Philippines, April 23, 2026. Balikatan is a longstanding annual exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. military that represents the strength of our alliance, improves our capable combined force, and demonstrates our commitment to regional peace and prosperity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mary Murray) This image has been altered for operational security purposes.

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Blue Ridge Returns to Yokosuka After Spring Patrol

U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) returns to Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka, Japan following a patrol in the Indo-Pacific region, April 23, 2026. Blue Ridge and embarked U.S. 7th Fleet staff conduct regular Indo-Pacific patrols to deter aggression, strengthen alliances and partnerships, and advance future warfighting capabilities. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Damian Cook)

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U.S. Coast Guard crews aboard USCGC Hickory (WLB 212) and USCGC Oliver Henry (WPC 1140) moor to deliver supplies, including water, in Saipan on April 22, 2026. U.S. Coast Guard crews pressed north on April 19, 2026, ensuring the safety of Apra Harbor before moving toward communities still isolated by the effects of Super Typhoon Sinlaku, launching a coordinated surge to fully reopen ports across Guam and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands and deliver resources. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Lt. Justin Miller)

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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. 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. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Angel Heraldez)

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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. 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. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Angel Heraldez)

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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. 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. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Angel Heraldez)

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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. 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. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Angel Heraldez)

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U.S. Coast Guard divers from the Hawai’i-based regional diver locker work from USCGC Oliver Henry (WPC 1140) to reposition a buoy in Tinian on April 22, 2026. U.S. Coast Guard crews pressed north on April 19, 2026, ensuring the safety of Apra Harbor before moving toward communities still isolated by the effects of Super Typhoon Sinlaku, launching a coordinated surge to fully reopen ports across Guam and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands and deliver resources. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Ensign Kyleigh Cason)

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U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 31st Air Expeditionary Wing conduct all domain command and control operations during exercise Freedom Flag 26-1 at Gwangju Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 22, 2026. The exercise showcased the 31st AEW’s operational C2 capabilities, demonstrating seamless integration of joint and combined forces under a unified command structure. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Daniel White)

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Airmen assigned to the 733d Air Mobility Squadron load cargo onto a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft during Exercise Balikatan 2026 at Cagayan North International Airport, Philippines, April 21, 2026. Balikatan is a longstanding annual exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. military that represents the strength of our alliance, improves our capable combined force, and demonstrates our commitment to regional peace and prosperity. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo)

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Airmen assigned to the 733d Air Mobility Squadron inspects cargo for airworthiness and safety during Exercise Balikatan 2026 at Cagayan North International Airport, Philippines, April 21, 2026. Balikatan is a longstanding annual exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. military that represents the strength of our alliance, improves our capable combined force, and demonstrates our commitment to regional peace and prosperity. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo)

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Airmen assigned to the 733d Air Mobility Squadron pose for a photo during Exercise Balikatan 2026, where they supported joint mobility operations across the Indo-Pacific region at Cagayan North International Airport, Philippines, April 21, 2026. Balikatan is a longstanding annual exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. military that represents the strength of our alliance, improves our capable combined force, and demonstrates our commitment to regional peace and prosperity. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo)

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ASAN, Guam (April 21, 2026) — Hon. Kalani Kaneko, minister of foreign affairs and trade for the Republic of the Marshall Islands, meets with U.S. Navy Rear Adm. Josh Lasky, commander, Joint Task Force-Micronesia, at Joint Region Marianas headquarters during the executive Joint Committee Meeting in Guam, April 21, 2026. The engagement highlighted the enduring partnership between the United States and the Republic of the Marshall Islands and provided an opportunity to discuss shared regional security interests and cooperation across Micronesia. Joint Task Force-Micronesia serves as the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command senior military official for Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Republic of Palau, Federated States of Micronesia, Republic of the Marshall Islands, and Wake Island. (U.S. Navy photo by William J. Busby III)

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ASAN, Guam (April 21, 2026) — Hon. Kalani Kaneko, minister of foreign affairs and trade for the Republic of the Marshall Islands, meets with U.S. Navy Rear Adm. Josh Lasky, commander, Joint Task Force-Micronesia, at Joint Region Marianas headquarters during the executive Joint Committee Meeting in Guam, April 21, 2026. The engagement highlighted the enduring partnership between the United States and the Republic of the Marshall Islands and provided an opportunity to discuss shared regional security interests and cooperation across Micronesia. Joint Task Force-Micronesia serves as the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command senior military official for Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Republic of Palau, Federated States of Micronesia, Republic of the Marshall Islands, and Wake Island. (U.S. Navy photo by William J. Busby III)

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