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JOINT BASE PEARL HARBORHICKAM, Hawaii

Jessie Higa, 15th Wing local historian, gives heartfelt remarks during a rededication ceremony at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, April 26, 2023. Higa spent countless hours gathering background information on these local aviators to mend a spelling discrepancy made decades ago. The rededication of the new street signs honors their legacies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Zoie Cox) Share

JOINT BASE LEWISMCCHORD, Wash

Staff Sgt. Lamin Sanneh, ramp operations representative with 36th Aerial Port Squadron, and Tech. Sgt. Ryan Jeska, air transportation representative with the 36th Aerial Port Squadron, off-load a luggage container from a Patriot Express flight during annual training on April 23, 2023 at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 36th Aerial Port Squadron trained with their peers in the 733rd Air Mobility Squadron for their annual training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Rachel Herrod) Share

ELLSWORTH AIR FORCE BASE, S.D.

A U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer from the 28th Bomb Wing, prepares for take off from Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota, April 12, 2023. Bomber missions provide opportunities to train and work with our allies and partners in joint and coalition operations and exercises. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Austin McIntosh) Share

ELLSWORTH AIR FORCE BASE, South Dakota

U.S. Airmen, assigned to the 28th Bomb Wing and the 15th Wing, load cargo onto a C-17 Globemaster III at Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota during a partner integration mission in support of Exercise COPE INDIA 23, April 6, 2023. U.S. Indo-Pacific Command is committed to a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Yendi Borjas) Share

GWANGJU AIR BASE, Republic of Korea

U.S. Air Force maintainers assigned to the 8th Fighter Wing, Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, detach an F-16 Fighting Falcon after towing it to a hangar at Gwangju AB, ROK, during Korea Flying Training 2023, April 19, 2023. KFT 23 is a combined training event focused on tactical execution of combat missions to maintain military readiness and is part of the ROK-U.S. alliance’s routine, annual training program. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tristan Truesdell) Share

YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan

In this file photo, Team Yokota deployed 69 Airmen and two C-130J Super Hercules aircraft to exercise Cope India 2023, a Pacific Air Forces training exercise conducted with the Indian Air Force at Air Force Station Arjan Singh, India, April 10-21. Members of the 374th Airlift Wing traveled to India to join a team made up of more than 250 Airmen and 10 aircraft from installations across the Indo-Pacific theater. Sponsored by Pacific Air Forces, the 11-day event is held in partnership with the Indian Air Force and is focused on honing critical skills, strengthening relationships, and exchanging knowledge. Share

YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan

In this file photo, Team Yokota deployed 69 Airmen and two C-130J Super Hercules aircraft to exercise Cope India 2023, a Pacific Air Forces training exercise conducted with the Indian Air Force at Air Force Station Arjan Singh, India, April 10-21. Members of the 374th Airlift Wing traveled to India to join a team made up of more than 250 Airmen and 10 aircraft from installations across the Indo-Pacific theater. Sponsored by Pacific Air Forces, the 11-day event is held in partnership with the Indian Air Force and is focused on honing critical skills, strengthening relationships, and exchanging knowledge. Share

U.S. Embassy & Consulate in Thailand

Commander of the U.S. Pacific Fleet, to visit Thailand May 1-2, 2023 Share

MANILA, Philippines

U.S. Navy Adm. John C. Aquilino, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, delivers remarks at the closing ceremony to conclude Balikatan 23 at Camp Aguinaldo, Manila, Philippines, April 28, 2023. Over the last three weeks, more than 17,600 personnel trained shoulder-to-shoulder across the Philippines’ northern Luzon and Palawan, increasing proficiency in maritime security, amphibious operations, live-fire training, urban operation, aviation operations, counterterrorism, and humanitarian assistance and disaster relief. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler Andrews) Share

U.S. 7TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY

A U.S. Navy landing craft, air cushion, assigned to Assault Craft Unit 5, and a U.S. Marine MV-22 Osprey, assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor (VMM) 362 (Rein.), 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit, returns to amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8), during a ship-to-shore operation of Balikatan 23, April 12, 2023 in the Subic Bay Harbor. Balikatan is an annual exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. military designed to strengthen bilateral interoperability, capabilities, trust, and cooperation built over decades shared experiences. The Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group, comprised of Makin Island and amphibious transport docks USS Anchorage (LPD 23) and USS John P. Murtha (LPD 26), is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations with the embarked 13th MEU to enhance interoperability with Allies and partners and serve as a ready-response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Eloise A. Johnson) Share

WASHINGTON, District of Columbia

A file photo of Army Corporal Luther H. Story, a Medal of Honor recipient. Army Medal of Honor recipient and Korean War veteran remains identified. Pfc. Luther Story , circa 1950 (U.S. Army courtesy photo) Share

WASHINGTON, District of Columbia

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III stands with South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol during the playing of the U.S. and Korean national anthems prior to a meeting at the Pentagon, Washington, D.C., April 27, 2023. (DoD photo by U.S. Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Alexander Kubitza) Share

KIRTLAND AIR FORCE BASE, N.M.

U.S. Airman participates in Bamboo Eagle 25-3, a combat-realistic scenario in combined live-fly, virtual, and constructive exercise, at the 705th Combat Training Squadron, also known as the Distributed Mission Operations Center at Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico, on Aug. 5, 2025. The DMOC's live, virtual, and constructive, or LVC, training environment provides a high-fidelity proving ground where commanders and battle managers can practice decision-making in contested, degraded, and operationally complex environments without risk to life or assets. (Whiteboards and security badges were blurred for security purposes; photo cropped to focus on subject.) (U.S. Air Force photo by Amn Alenne Mojica) Share

KIRTLAND AIR FORCE BASE, N.M.

U.S. Airman participates in Bamboo Eagle 25-3, a combat-realistic scenario in combined live-fly, virtual, and constructive exercise, at the 705th Combat Training Squadron, also known as the Distributed Mission Operations Center at Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico, on Aug. 5, 2025. The DMOC's live, virtual, and constructive, or LVC, training environment provides a high-fidelity proving ground where commanders and battle managers can practice decision-making in contested, degraded, and operationally complex environments without risk to life or assets. (Papers were blurred and security badge was removed for security purposes; photo cropped to focus on subject.) (U.S. Air Force photo by Amn Alenne Mojica) Share

KIRTLAND AIR FORCE BASE, N.M.

29th Attack Squadron MQ-9 pilot flys in Bamboo Eagle 25-3, a combat-realistic scenario in combined live-fly, virtual, and constructive exercise, at the 705th Combat Training Squadron, also known as the Distributed Mission Operations Center at Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico, on Aug. 5, 2025. The DMOC's live, virtual, and constructive, or LVC, training environment provides a high-fidelity proving ground where commanders and battle managers can practice decision-making in contested, degraded, and operationally complex environments without risk to life or assets. (Screens and papers were blurred for security purposes; photo cropped to focus on subject.) (U.S. Air Force photo by Amn Alenne Mojica) Share

KIRTLAND AIR FORCE BASE, N.M.

17th Attack Squadron MQ-9 pilots fly in Bamboo Eagle 25-3, a combat-realistic scenario in combined live-fly, virtual, and constructive exercise, at the 705th Combat Training Squadron, also known as the Distributed Mission Operations Center at Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico, on Aug. 5, 2025. The DMOC's live, virtual, and constructive, or LVC, training environment provides a high-fidelity proving ground where commanders and battle managers can practice decision-making in contested, degraded, and operationally complex environments without risk to life or assets. (Screens and whiteboards were blurred and security badges were removed for security purposes. Photo cropped to focus on subject.) (U.S. Air Force photo by Amn Alenne Mojica) Share

KIRTLAND AIR FORCE BASE, N.M.

Marine Air Support Squadron 3 Marines participate in Bamboo Eagle 25-3, a combat-realistic scenario in combined live-fly, virtual, and constructive exercise, at the 705th Combat Training Squadron, also known as the Distributed Mission Operations Center at Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico, on Aug. 5, 2025. The DMOC's live, virtual, and constructive, or LVC, training environment provides a high-fidelity proving ground where commanders and battle managers can practice decision-making in contested, degraded, and operationally complex environments without risk to life or assets. (Computer screens and papers were blurred for security purposes; photo cropped to focus on subject.) (U.S. Air Force photo by Amn Alenne Mojica) Share

KIRTLAND AIR FORCE BASE, N.M.

81st Air Control Squadron Airmen participate in Bamboo Eagle 25-3, a combat-realistic scenario in combined live-fly, virtual, and constructive exercise, at the 705th Combat Training Squadron, also known as the Distributed Mission Operations Center at Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico, on Aug. 5, 2025. The DMOC's live, virtual, and constructive, or LVC, training environment provides a high-fidelity proving ground where commanders and battle managers can practice decision-making in contested, degraded, and operationally complex environments without risk to life or assets. (Computer screens and papers were blurred for security purposes; photo cropped to focus on subject.) (U.S. Air Force photo by Amn Alenne Mojica) Share

KIRTLAND AIR FORCE BASE, N.M.

U.S. Airmen participate in Bamboo Eagle 25-3, a combat-realistic scenario in combined live-fly, virtual, and constructive exercise, at the 705th Combat Training Squadron, also known as the Distributed Mission Operations Center at Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico, on Aug. 5, 2025. The DMOC's live, virtual, and constructive, or LVC, training environment provides a high-fidelity proving ground where commanders and battle managers can practice decision-making in contested, degraded, and operationally complex environments without risk to life or assets. (Computer screens and papers were blurred for security purposes; photo cropped to focus on subject.) (U.S. Air Force photo by Amn Alenne Mojica) Share

PACIFIC OCEAN

PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 13, 2025) — The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) transits through the Pacific Ocean. Abraham Lincoln, flagship of Carrier Strike Group Three, is underway conducting routine training operations in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations. As an integral part of U.S. Pacific Fleet, Commander, U.S. 3rd Fleet operates naval forces in the Indo-Pacific and provides the realistic and relevant training to ensure the readiness necessary to execute the U.S. Navy’s timeless role across the full spectrum of military operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Glory Anderson) Share

NORTHERN TERRITORY, Australia

U.S. Marine Corps 1st Lt. Josias Valdez, a motor transport platoon commander with Combat Logistics Battalion 1, Marine Rotational Force – Darwin 25.3, communicates with inbound MV-22B Ospreys during a mass casualty in the Northern Territory, Australia, July 21, 2025. The MASCAS drill enhances interoperability and readiness among U.S. Marines, Navy hospital corpsmen, and Australian Defence Force soldiers by conducting coordinated emergency medical response training in a simulated high-stress environment. Talisman Sabre is the largest bilateral military exercise between Australia and the United States advancing a free and open Indo-Pacific by strengthening relationships and interoperability among key allies and partners, while enhancing our collective capabilities to respond to a wide array of potential security concerns. Valdez is a native of Rio Rancho, New Mexico. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Brian A. Stippey) Share

NORTHERN TERRITORY, Australia

U.S. Marines and Navy Hospital Corpsmen with Combat Logistics Battalion 1, Marine Rotational Force – Darwin 25.3, remove simulated casualties from a 7-ton truck while conducting a mass casualty drill during Talisman Sabre 25, in the Northern Territory, Australia, July 21, 2025. Talisman Sabre is the largest bilateral military exercise between Australia and the United States advancing a free and open Indo-Pacific by strengthening relationships and interoperability among key allies and partners, while enhancing our collective capabilities to respond to a wide array of potential security concerns. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Brian A. Stippey) Share

NORTHERN TERRITORY, Australia

U.S. Marines and Sailors with Combat Logistics Battalion 1, Marine Rotational Force – Darwin 25.3, as well as Australian Army soldiers with 1st Health Battalion, 2nd Health Brigade, conduct a mass casualty drill during Talisman Sabre 25 in the Northern Territory, Australia, July 21, 2025. The MASCAS drill enhances interoperability and readiness among U.S. Marines, Navy hospital corpsmen, and Australian Defence Force soldiers by conducting coordinated emergency medical response training in a simulated high-stress environment. Talisman Sabre is the largest bilateral military exercise between Australia and the United States advancing a free and open Indo-Pacific by strengthening relationships and interoperability among key allies and partners, while enhancing our collective capabilities to respond to a wide array of potential security concerns. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Brian A. Stippey) Share

POHNPEI, Micronesia, Federated States of

The U.S. Coast Guard and partners in Pohnpei State, Federated States of Micronesia, conduct the Federated States of Micronesia Search and Rescue (SAR) Exercise 2025 on July 31, 2025, demonstrating the value of recent enhancements in regional SAR capabilities and coordination. The exercise, held from July 28 to August 1 in Pohnpei, involved comprehensive seminars, functional drills, and underway activities designed to strengthen SAR response across the region and save lives. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Will Naden) Share