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Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) F-35A Lightning IIs, assigned to No. 3 Squadron, maneuvers after receiving fuel from a RAAF KC-30A Multi-role Tanker Transport over Australia during Talisman Sabre 23, July 23, 2023. Talisman Sabre is the U.S.’s largest bilateral exercise in Australia that demonstrates the capability to rapidly deploy and operate to accomplish a wide range of missions alongside joint and allied partners to ensure a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Eric Summers Jr.)

Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) F-35A Lightning IIs, assigned to No. 3 Squadron, maneuvers after receiving fuel from a RAAF KC-30A Multi-role Tanker Transport over Australia during Talisman Sabre 23, July 23, 2023. Talisman Sabre is the U.S.’s largest bilateral exercise in Australia that demonstrates the capability to rapidly deploy and operate to accomplish a wide range of missions alongside joint and allied partners to ensure a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Eric Summers Jr.)

Photo by Tech. Sgt. Eric Summers

Maj. Gen. James P. Isenhower III, the commanding general of 1st Armored Division, talks with the Soldiers of Comanche Company, 4th Battalion, 6th Infantry Regiment, at the Townsville Field Training Area, Townsville, Australia, July 24, 2023. Isenhower conducted a battlefield circulation within the training area to meet with key commanders as well as Soldiers of Comanche Company, 4th Battalion, 6th Infantry Regiment who are participating in Talisman Sabre 2023.

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 enhancing our collective capabilities to respond to a wide array of potential security concerns.

Maj. Gen. James P. Isenhower III, the commanding general of 1st Armored Division, talks with the Soldiers of Comanche Company, 4th Battalion, 6th Infantry Regiment, at the Townsville Field Training Area, Townsville, Australia, July 24, 2023. Isenhower conducted a battlefield circulation within the training area to meet with key commanders as well as Soldiers of Comanche Company, 4th Battalion, 6th Infantry Regiment who are participating in Talisman Sabre 2023. 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 enhancing our collective capabilities to respond to a wide array of potential security concerns.

Photo by Sgt. Oniel McDonald

The U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific, Color Guard prepare to present the colors during the Headquarters and Service Battalion Change of Command ceremony at Camp H.M. Smith, Hawaii, July 21, 2023. The change of command ceremony symbolizes the passing of authority between the off-going and on-coming commanding officer. During the ceremony, U.S. Marine Corps Col. Eduardo C. Bitanga II relinquished his duties as commanding officer of HQSVCBN to Col. Mark F. Schaefer. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Danny Nateras)

The U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific, Color Guard prepare to present the colors during the Headquarters and Service Battalion Change of Command ceremony at Camp H.M. Smith, Hawaii, July 21, 2023. The change of command ceremony symbolizes the passing of authority between the off-going and on-coming commanding officer. During the ceremony, U.S. Marine Corps Col. Eduardo C. Bitanga II relinquished his duties as commanding officer of HQSVCBN to Col. Mark F. Schaefer. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Danny Nateras)

Photo by Sgt. Danny Nateras

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Stacey Taylor, G-1 assistant chief of staff, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific, makes remarks during his retirement ceremony aboard the USS Missouri, July 21, 2023. During the ceremony, Col. Taylor was awarded the Legion of Merit for his 30 years of honorable service. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl Dillon Buck)

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Stacey Taylor, G-1 assistant chief of staff, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific, makes remarks during his retirement ceremony aboard the USS Missouri, July 21, 2023. During the ceremony, Col. Taylor was awarded the Legion of Merit for his 30 years of honorable service. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl Dillon Buck)

Photo by Cpl Dillon Buck

The U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific, Color Guard prepare to present the colors during the Headquarters and Service Battalion Change of Command ceremony at Camp H.M. Smith, Hawaii, July 21, 2023. The change of command ceremony symbolizes the passing of authority between the off-going and on-coming commanding officer. During the ceremony, U.S. Marine Corps Col. Eduardo C. Bitanga II relinquished his duties as commanding officer of HQSVCBN to Col. Mark F. Schaefer. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Danny Nateras)

The U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific, Color Guard prepare to present the colors during the Headquarters and Service Battalion Change of Command ceremony at Camp H.M. Smith, Hawaii, July 21, 2023. The change of command ceremony symbolizes the passing of authority between the off-going and on-coming commanding officer. During the ceremony, U.S. Marine Corps Col. Eduardo C. Bitanga II relinquished his duties as commanding officer of HQSVCBN to Col. Mark F. Schaefer. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Danny Nateras)

Photo by Sgt. Danny Nateras

Members of France's 2nd Company, Pacific Marine Infantry Regiment-Polynesia, Marine Troops, Specialized Staff for Overseas and Foreign Affairs, and U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Tyler J. Ashton, right, supply officer, Headquarters and Service Battalion, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific, conduct movement to training during Global Theatre Strategic Mobility Exercise on Marine Corps Base Hawaii, July 11, 2023. The event provided an opportunity for bilateral training between the French Armed Forces and U.S. Marines, enhancing interoperability and strengthening relationships between our militaries. The Marines and French Armed Forces practiced Marine Corps Martial Arts Program techniques and conducted physical training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Haley Fourmet Gustavsen)

Members of France's 2nd Company, Pacific Marine Infantry Regiment-Polynesia, Marine Troops, Specialized Staff for Overseas and Foreign Affairs, and U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Tyler J. Ashton, right, supply officer, Headquarters and Service Battalion, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific, conduct movement to training during Global Theatre Strategic Mobility Exercise on Marine Corps Base Hawaii, July 11, 2023. The event provided an opportunity for bilateral training between the French Armed Forces and U.S. Marines, enhancing interoperability and strengthening relationships between our militaries. The Marines and French Armed Forces practiced Marine Corps Martial Arts Program techniques and conducted physical training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Haley Fourmet Gustavsen)

Photo by Cpl. Haley Fourmet Gustavsen

Mr. Ino Toshiro, State Minister of Defense, Japan Defense Ministry, holds a Stinger Missile launch tube during a static display on Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Hawaii on July 11, 2023. MARFORPAC, MCBH, and the 3rd Marine Littoral Regiment hosted State MOD Ino to discuss U.S. Marine Corps transformational improvements to its capabilities, and how these improvements will optimize our force posture in the Indo-Pacific, including in Japan. These improvements will provide more versatile, resilient, and mobile capabilities for the defense of Japan, in accordance with the January 2023 Joint Statement of the U.S. Japan Security Consultative Committee (2+2). (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Haley Fourmet Gustavsen)

Mr. Ino Toshiro, State Minister of Defense, Japan Defense Ministry, holds a Stinger Missile launch tube during a static display on Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Hawaii on July 11, 2023. MARFORPAC, MCBH, and the 3rd Marine Littoral Regiment hosted State MOD Ino to discuss U.S. Marine Corps transformational improvements to its capabilities, and how these improvements will optimize our force posture in the Indo-Pacific, including in Japan. These improvements will provide more versatile, resilient, and mobile capabilities for the defense of Japan, in accordance with the January 2023 Joint Statement of the U.S. Japan Security Consultative Committee (2+2). (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Haley Fourmet Gustavsen)

Photo by Cpl. Haley Fourmet Gustavsen

BQM-177 aerial targets, managed by NAVAIR PMA-208 at Naval Air Station Patuxent River, Virginia, are launched during a live fire test. Originally designed for cruise missile defense, Program Executive Officer Land Systems’ Medium Range Intercept Capability system has proven its versatile prowess against other airborne threats during highly successful range tests

BQM-177 aerial targets, managed by NAVAIR PMA-208 at Naval Air Station Patuxent River, Virginia, are launched during a live fire test. Originally designed for cruise missile defense, Program Executive Officer Land Systems’ Medium Range Intercept Capability system has proven its versatile prowess against other airborne threats during highly successful range tests

Photo by David W. Huskey, WSMR

A BQM-177 is launched from the Marine Corps’ Medium Range Intercept Capability system during Live Fire 2 as part of a quad-launch event at White Sands Missile Range, New Mexico, in September 2022. A project of Program Executive Officer Land Systems, MRIC provides the warfighter with a state-of-the-art missile system that detects, tracks, identifies, and defeats enemy cruise missiles and other manned and unmanned aerial threats.

A BQM-177 is launched from the Marine Corps’ Medium Range Intercept Capability system during Live Fire 2 as part of a quad-launch event at White Sands Missile Range, New Mexico, in September 2022. A project of Program Executive Officer Land Systems, MRIC provides the warfighter with a state-of-the-art missile system that detects, tracks, identifies, and defeats enemy cruise missiles and other manned and unmanned aerial threats.

Photo by Courtesy Photo

As dusk descends, Marines and civilians from the Program Manager for Ground-Based Air Defense assemble around Program Executive Officer Land System’s cutting-edge Medium Range Intercept Capability system. Serving as the Corps’ first medium range missile capability since the HAWK system, this state-of-the-art capability proved its mettle by successfully hitting targets at the White Sands Missile Range, New Mexico, on December 16, 2021.

As dusk descends, Marines and civilians from the Program Manager for Ground-Based Air Defense assemble around Program Executive Officer Land System’s cutting-edge Medium Range Intercept Capability system. Serving as the Corps’ first medium range missile capability since the HAWK system, this state-of-the-art capability proved its mettle by successfully hitting targets at the White Sands Missile Range, New Mexico, on December 16, 2021.

Photo by JULIA GALLEGOS

A Philippine Marine with Battalion Land Team 4 performs a Marine Corps Martial Arts technique during Marine Aviation Support Activity 23 at Parades Air Station, Philippines, July 14, 2023. MASA is a bilateral exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and the U.S. Marine Corps, aimed at enhancing interoperability and coordination focused on aviation-related capabilities. During MASA 23, Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. Marines conduct approximately twenty different training evolutions, including live-fire, air assaults, and subject matter expert exchanges across aviation, ground, and logistics capabilities.

A Philippine Marine with Battalion Land Team 4 performs a Marine Corps Martial Arts technique during Marine Aviation Support Activity 23 at Parades Air Station, Philippines, July 14, 2023. MASA is a bilateral exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and the U.S. Marine Corps, aimed at enhancing interoperability and coordination focused on aviation-related capabilities. During MASA 23, Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. Marines conduct approximately twenty different training evolutions, including live-fire, air assaults, and subject matter expert exchanges across aviation, ground, and logistics capabilities.

Photo by Courtesy Photo

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Simon Li, a low altitude air defense gunner with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 265 (Rein.), 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, aims a FIM-92E stinger missile system during a forward arming and refueling point exercise at Shoalwater Bay Training Area, Australia, July 4, 2023. Marines with 2nd LAAD provided a defensive posture for the FARP from aerial threats as part of an expeditionary advanced base of operations. The 31st MEU is operating aboard ships of the America Amphibious Ready Group in the 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Simon Li, a low altitude air defense gunner with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 265 (Rein.), 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, aims a FIM-92E stinger missile system during a forward arming and refueling point exercise at Shoalwater Bay Training Area, Australia, July 4, 2023. Marines with 2nd LAAD provided a defensive posture for the FARP from aerial threats as part of an expeditionary advanced base of operations. The 31st MEU is operating aboard ships of the America Amphibious Ready Group in the 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

Photo by Courtesy Photo

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Patrick Eldridge, the commanding officer of 11th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, gives a speech during the activation ceremony for Long Range Missile Battery A, 11th Marines, at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, July 21, 2023. The activation of the battery is a major step in providing 1st MARDIV with additional long range missile and over-the-horizon fire support capabilities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Migel A. Reynosa)

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Patrick Eldridge, the commanding officer of 11th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, gives a speech during the activation ceremony for Long Range Missile Battery A, 11th Marines, at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, July 21, 2023. The activation of the battery is a major step in providing 1st MARDIV with additional long range missile and over-the-horizon fire support capabilities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Migel A. Reynosa)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Migel A. Reynosa

NORFOLK, Va. -- Adm. Daryl Caudle, commander, U.S. Fleet Forces Command, and Lt. Gen. Brian Cavanaugh, commander, Marine Forces Command announce the upcoming Large Scale Exercise (LSE) 2023 during a media event held at U.S. Fleet Forces Command, July 24. Scheduled to run from Aug. 9-18, LSE 2023 is a live, virtual, and constructive, globally-integrated exercise designed to refine the synchronization of maritime operations across six maritime component commands, seven numbered fleets, and 22 time zones. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Lauren Howes)

NORFOLK, Va. -- Adm. Daryl Caudle, commander, U.S. Fleet Forces Command, and Lt. Gen. Brian Cavanaugh, commander, Marine Forces Command announce the upcoming Large Scale Exercise (LSE) 2023 during a media event held at U.S. Fleet Forces Command, July 24. Scheduled to run from Aug. 9-18, LSE 2023 is a live, virtual, and constructive, globally-integrated exercise designed to refine the synchronization of maritime operations across six maritime component commands, seven numbered fleets, and 22 time zones. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Lauren Howes)

Photo by MC1 Eric Dietrich

U.S. Marine Corps 1st Lt. Ryan Berry, a platoon commander with 3d Littoral Combat Team, 3d Marine Littoral Regiment, 3d Marine Division, sets security with an M27 Infantry Automatic Rifle alongside a Philippine Marine during the conduct of a simulated airfield seizure during Marine Aviation Support Activity 23 at Parades Air Station, Philippines, July 13, 2023. MASA is a bilateral exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and the U.S. Marine Corps, aimed at enhancing interoperability and coordination focused on aviation-related capabilities. During MASA 23, Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. Marines conduct approximately twenty different training evolutions, including live-fire, air assaults, and subject matter expert exchanges across aviation, ground, and logistics capabilities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Israel Chincio)

U.S. Marine Corps 1st Lt. Ryan Berry, a platoon commander with 3d Littoral Combat Team, 3d Marine Littoral Regiment, 3d Marine Division, sets security with an M27 Infantry Automatic Rifle alongside a Philippine Marine during the conduct of a simulated airfield seizure during Marine Aviation Support Activity 23 at Parades Air Station, Philippines, July 13, 2023. MASA is a bilateral exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and the U.S. Marine Corps, aimed at enhancing interoperability and coordination focused on aviation-related capabilities. During MASA 23, Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. Marines conduct approximately twenty different training evolutions, including live-fire, air assaults, and subject matter expert exchanges across aviation, ground, and logistics capabilities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Israel Chincio)

Photo by Sgt Israel Chincio

U.S. Army Soldiers with the 17th Field Artillery Brigade fire three M142 HIMARS during a combined joint live-fire demonstration at Shoalwater Bay Training Area, in Queensland, Australia, July 22, 2023. This demonstration launched Talisman Sabre, 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 enhancing our collective capabilities to respond to a wide array of potential security concerns. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Ryan Wilhoit)

U.S. Army Soldiers with the 17th Field Artillery Brigade fire three M142 HIMARS during a combined joint live-fire demonstration at Shoalwater Bay Training Area, in Queensland, Australia, July 22, 2023. This demonstration launched Talisman Sabre, 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 enhancing our collective capabilities to respond to a wide array of potential security concerns. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Ryan Wilhoit)

Photo by Staff Sgt. Ryan Wilhoit

U.S. Marines with 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit fire an M-777A2 Towed Howitzer during a combined joint live-fire demonstration at Shoalwater Bay Training Area, in Queensland, Australia, July 22, 2023. This demonstration launched Talisman Sabre 2023, 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 enhancing our collective capabilities to respond to a wide array of potential security concerns. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Ryan Wilhoit)

U.S. Marines with 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit fire an M-777A2 Towed Howitzer during a combined joint live-fire demonstration at Shoalwater Bay Training Area, in Queensland, Australia, July 22, 2023. This demonstration launched Talisman Sabre 2023, 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 enhancing our collective capabilities to respond to a wide array of potential security concerns. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Ryan Wilhoit)

Photo by Staff Sgt. Ryan Wilhoit

U.S. Army Soldiers with the 2nd Battalion, 11th Field Artillery Regiment, 25th Infantry Division fire a M-777A2 Towed Howitzer during a combined joint live-fire demonstration at Shoalwater Bay Training Area, in Queensland, Australia, July 22, 2023. This demonstration launched Talisman Sabre, 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 enhancing our collective capabilities to respond to a wide array of potential security concerns. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Ryan Wilhoit)

U.S. Army Soldiers with the 2nd Battalion, 11th Field Artillery Regiment, 25th Infantry Division fire a M-777A2 Towed Howitzer during a combined joint live-fire demonstration at Shoalwater Bay Training Area, in Queensland, Australia, July 22, 2023. This demonstration launched Talisman Sabre, 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 enhancing our collective capabilities to respond to a wide array of potential security concerns. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Ryan Wilhoit)

Photo by Staff Sgt. Ryan Wilhoit

U.S. Marines and Sailors with Task Force Koa Moana 23 participated in a fire-starting class hosted by Papua New Guinea Defense Force Warrant Officer Class 2 Steven Baloiloi on Goldie River Training Camp, Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, July 20, 2023. Task Force Koa Moana 23, composed of U.S. Marines and Sailors from I Marine Expeditionary Force, deployed to the Indo-Pacific to strengthen relationships with Pacific Island partners through bilateral and multilateral security cooperation and community engagements. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ricardo Ramirez)U.S. Marines and Sailors with Task Force Koa Moana 23 participated in a fire-starting class hosted by Papua New Guinea Defense Force Warrant Officer Class 2 Steven Baloiloi on Goldie River Training Camp, Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, July 20, 2023. Task Force Koa Moana 23, composed of U.S. Marines and Sailors from I Marine Expeditionary Force, deployed to the Indo-Pacific to strengthen relationships with Pacific Island partners through bilateral and multilateral security cooperation and community engagements. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ricardo Ramirez)

U.S. Marines and Sailors with Task Force Koa Moana 23 participated in a fire-starting class hosted by Papua New Guinea Defense Force Warrant Officer Class 2 Steven Baloiloi on Goldie River Training Camp, Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, July 20, 2023. Task Force Koa Moana 23, composed of U.S. Marines and Sailors from I Marine Expeditionary Force, deployed to the Indo-Pacific to strengthen relationships with Pacific Island partners through bilateral and multilateral security cooperation and community engagements. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ricardo Ramirez)U.S. Marines and Sailors with Task Force Koa Moana 23 participated in a fire-starting class hosted by Papua New Guinea Defense Force Warrant Officer Class 2 Steven Baloiloi on Goldie River Training Camp, Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, July 20, 2023. Task Force Koa Moana 23, composed of U.S. Marines and Sailors from I Marine Expeditionary Force, deployed to the Indo-Pacific to strengthen relationships with Pacific Island partners through bilateral and multilateral security cooperation and community engagements. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ricardo Ramirez)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Ricardo Ramirez

U.S. Marines with 1st Marine Division and members of the Australian army receive a staff brief from members of 1st MARDIV during Exercise Talisman Sabre 23 at Lavarack Barracks in Townsville, Australia, July 20, 2023. 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 enhancing our collective capabilities to respond to a wide array of potential security concerns. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Emeline Molla)

U.S. Marines with 1st Marine Division and members of the Australian army receive a staff brief from members of 1st MARDIV during Exercise Talisman Sabre 23 at Lavarack Barracks in Townsville, Australia, July 20, 2023. 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 enhancing our collective capabilities to respond to a wide array of potential security concerns. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Emeline Molla)

Photo by Cpl. Emeline Molla

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