U.S. Armed Forces physical therapists provide patient care in Ziguinchor, Senegal, May 6, 2026. This MEDREX is planned and executed by U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa (SETAF-AF), and prepares military medical professionals to provide care outside of traditional clinical settings. By working alongside African partners, U.S. and Senegalese medical teams refine their ability to deliver rapid, adaptable, and resource-efficient medical care, directly increasing medical readiness for large-scale combat operations. African Lion 2026 (AL26) is U.S. Africa Command’s largest annual joint exercise, designed to strengthen collective security capabilities of the U.S., African nations, and global allies. Co-led by SETAF-AF from April 20 to May 8, 2026, and hosted in Ghana, Morocco, Senegal, and Tunisia, AL26 involves over 5,600 personnel from more than 40 nations, using innovation to drive partner-led regional security. (U.S. Army video by Pfc. Tamia Lee)

Secretary of State Marco Rubio meets with Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar at the Department of State.

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Andrew W. J. Raich, relinquished command of Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, Marine Corps Air Station New River to Lt. Col. Andrew V. Behrends, during the H&HS change of command ceremony at MCAS New River, Jacksonville, North Carolina, May 29, 2026. The ceremony represented the transfer of responsibility, authority and accountability from the outgoing to the incoming commanding officer. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Salvador Flores Perez)

Here is the latest episode of the "Zama Pulse," the show with news highlights, community updates and features on Japanese culture! This month's news headlines include: - Resupply Operation at YND - SHARP-Themed Physical Training Session - Military Spouse Appreciation Day - Information on Camp Zama Dental Clinic - Volunteer Recognition on Okinawa - Naha Naarii Dragon Boat Race - ZMHS News Stories - Celebrating 250th anniversary of America’s Independence ***Keep an eye out for new episodes in the future. We hope you enjoy the show!

Crew members assigned to Coast Guard Station Maui in Wailuku, Hawaii, assist 21 passengers aboard a disabled vessel near Maalaea Harbor, May 28, 2026. A 45-foot Response Boat-Medium crew embarked 21 passengers from the charter vessel Maui Diamond after its engines became disabled and emitted smoke while transiting to the harbor. (U.S. Coast Guard video courtesy Coast Guard Station Maui)

U.S. and International tall ships moored up at the Port of New Orleans, Louisiana, on May 28, 2026. Sail 250 New Orleans  commemorates the 250-year legacy of America while showcasing its sea service’s cutting-edge technology and the unwavering dedication of our warfighters. (U.S. Coast Guard video by Petty Officer 2nd Class Vincent Moreno)

U.S. Coast Guard Cutter BARQUE EAGLE arrives ahead of Sail 250 celebrations in New Orleans, LA, May 28, 2026. New Orleans is the inaugural port of Sail 250, a global gathering of tall ships and military ships celebrating the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. (U.S. Coast Guard video by Petty Officer 3rd Class Cheyenne Basurto)

U.S. Marines with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 363, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, participate in a change of command at Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay, May 28, 2026. Lt. Col. Geoffrey Blumenfeld relinquished command to Lt. Col. Nicholas Halsmer. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Chandler Evans)

Emergency response units conducted a Major Accident Response Exercise at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, May 28, 2026, to maintain operational readiness and strengthen coordination among first responders. Military personnel and emergency response teams responded to a simulated aircraft crash scenario as part of the training exercise. (U.S. Air Force b-roll by Staff Sgt. Mark Sulaica)

Episode #54: “Contested Logistics” is a recent buzz word that has been thrown around with the definition being contested over the years. FM 4-0, Sustainment Operations published in March 2026, included an entire section on the concept; it outlines what “contested logistics” is and how it impacts operations. However, even before this updated FM was published, leaders across the Army were discussing this and working to truly define the term. One such leader was LTC Jon Michael King, who wrote an article on contested logistics back in February 2024. Thus, to deep dive into contested logistics, CPT Garett Pyle sits down with LTC King as they analyze contested logistics through a variety of different lenses. Through their conversation, we see why professional dialogue is vital to increase our understanding of different concepts and our lethality as warfighters. Check out the new Line of Departure Mobile App available on Android and Apple. Link to “Contested Logistics Environment Defined” Article: https://www.army.mil/article/272922/contested_logistics_environment_defined FM 4-0, Sustainment Operations, March 2026: https://armypubs.army.mil/epubs/DR_pubs/DR_a/ARN46157-FM_4-0-000-WEB-1.pdf CASCOM YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CASCOM1/videos Video Podcast Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kYmJcFtLZTM

Footage of outdoor and indoor iris capture. Goggles and other iris-recognition devices use near-infrared technology to capture high-quality images of a person’s iris. Near-infrared light produces a detailed image of the iris, eliminating any eye color. The process is quick, contactless, and designed to accurately confirm identity. Video courtesy - FBI or FBI Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Division.

U.S. service members and civilians participate in the steamboat Natchez tour celebrating Sail 250 New Orleans, May 28, 2025. More than 2,000 Sailors, Marines, Coast Guardsmen and international partners engage with the people of New Orleans during the inaugural Sail 250 event, showcasing the professionalism, maritime heritage and warfighting readiness of America’s sea services while celebrating 250 years of Navy and Marine Corps service as part of the nation’s Freedom 250 commemoration. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Kanoa Thomas)

Outgoing Command Sgt. Major Brett W. Johnson passes the guidion for the last time to Major General Scott M. Naumann of the 10th Mountain Division (LI) during the Divisions Change of Responsibility on Fort Drum, New York, May 28, 2026. The passing of the colors symbolizes the transfer of responsibility, authority, and accountability within the unit. (U.S. Army Video by Spc. Mason Nichols)

U.S. Naval Academy midshipmen participate in Professional Training of Midshipmen at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, May 27, 2026. PROTRAMID is an eight-week course designed to provide midshipmen with firsthand exposure to Marine Corps operations, leadership development, and potential career paths as future Marine Corps or Navy officers. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Dylan Jameson)

The Montana Army National Guard redesignated the 1st Battalion, 163rd Cavalry Regiment as the 1st Battalion, 163rd Infantry Regiment during a transformation ceremony at Fort Harrison, Montana, May 27, 2026. The ceremony honored more than a century of service and recognized the battalion’s transition into a new organizational structure aligned with the Army’s evolving force requirements. The event included the presentation of the Superior Unit Award streamer for exceptionally meritorious service during the unit’s 2021–2022 deployment to the U.S. Central Command area of operations, a ceremonial patch transition to the 1889th Regional Support Group, leadership remarks and unit formations. (U.S. Air National Guard video by Senior Master Sgt. Devin Doskey/Master Sgt. Micheal Touchette)

International tall ships enter the Port of New Orleans in New Orleans, Louisiana, May 27, 2026. New Orleans welcomed the tall ships of the world to the Port of New Orleans for a nationwide celebration of America's 250th anniversary. (U.S. Coast Guard b-roll package by Petty Officer 3rd Class Grace McBryde)

On May 27, at the direction of the commander of U.S. Southern Command Gen. Francis L. Donovan, Joint Task Force Southern Spear conducted a lethal kinetic strike on a vessel operated by Designated Terrorist Organizations. Intelligence confirmed the vessel was transiting along known narco-trafficking routes in the Eastern Pacific and was engaged in narco-trafficking operations. Two male narco-terrorists were killed during this action. No U.S. military forces were harmed.

2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team conducts a change of command ceremony at Fort Riley, Kansas, May 27, 2026. The ceremony honored the outgoing commander, U.S. Army Col. Tom Smith and welcomed the incoming commander, U.S. Army Col. Thomas N. Garner. (U.S. Army b-roll package by Pfc. Jaden Davis)

U.S. and Estonian cyber operators engage in force-on-force defensive training as part of U.S. Army Europe and Africa's exercise series, "Sword" at the NATO Cyber Range in Tallinn, Estonia, May 20, 2026. Soldiers from the Multi-Domain Command-Europe’s Information Defense Company, the 169th Cyber-protection team and Airmen from the Maryland Air National Guard 175th Wing, simulated complex attacks on military infrastructures. (U.S. Air Force video by Staff Sgt. Jan K. Valle)

Rickenbacker Air National Guard Base installation leaders, community partners, and project stakeholders participate in a groundbreaking ceremony for the small-arms firing range at Rickenbacker Air National Guard Base, Columbus, Ohio, May 27, 2026. The range will provide a dedicated area for small-arms training and qualifications, enhancing the readiness of our Airmen (U.S. Air National Guard video by Airman 1st Class Samir Harris)

U.S Sailors with the Navy Band Southeast, preform during a pier-side welcoming event during Sail 250, in New Orleans, May 27, 2026 More than 2,000 Sailors, Marines, Coast Guardsmen and international partners engage with the people of New Orleans during the inaugural Sail 250 event, showcasing the professionalism, maritime heritage and warfighting readiness of America’s sea services while celebrating 250 years of Navy and Marine Corps service as part of the nation’s Freedom 250 commemoration. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Owen Long)

U.S. Army Col. Nathaniel Stone, commander of the 48th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, Georgia Army National Guard, explains the importance of annual training Fort Stewart, May 27, 2026. This training period reinforces the brigade’s commitment to developing capable leaders, building cohesive teams, and maintaining the highest standards of professionalism. (U.S. Army video by Staff Sgt. Rydell Tomas Jr.)

U.S. service members conduct a morning colors ceremony at the Veterans Affairs Hospital during Sail 250 New Orleans, May 27, 2026. More than 2,000 Sailors, Marines, Coast Guardsmen and international partners engage with the people of New Orleans during the inaugural Sail 250 event, showcasing the professionalism, maritime heritage and warfighting readiness of America’s sea services while celebrating 250 years of Navy and Marine Corps service as part of the nation’s Freedom 250 commemoration. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Kanoa Thomas)

A B-Roll package to include preparation of Soldiers before loading the plane, and off-loading the plane at Joint-Base Andrews, MD, May 27, 2026. (U.S. Army National Guard video by Staff Sgt. Brianna Rodriguez-Munns)

U.S. service members render honors to the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Keasarge (LLDH-3}, as it enters the port of New Orleans, at the Jackson Barracks, Louisiana, May 27, 2026. More than 2,000 Sailors, Marines, Coast Guardsmen and international partners engage with the people of New Orleans during the inaugural Sail 250 event, showcasing the professionalism, maritime heritage and warfighting readiness of America’s sea services while celebrating 250 years of Navy and Marine Corps service as part of the nation’s Freedom 250 commemoration. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Aaron TorresLemus)

U.S. Soldiers conduct the Air Assault Obstacle Course at the 7th Army Training Command's Noncommissioned Officer Academy's Obstacle Course in Grafenwoehr, Germany, May 27, 2026. Soldiers faced the physically demanding assessment, working towards a goal of passing the standards that determined who progresses to the next stage of the Air Assault course, challenging their strength, endurance, and ability to complete critical Soldier tasks to standard during the multi-day event. (U.S. Army video by Sgt. Kammen Taylor)

U.S. Soldiers conduct the Air Assault Obstacle Course at the 7th Army Training Command's Noncommissioned Officer Academy's Obstacle Course in Grafenwoehr, Germany, May 27, 2026. Soldiers faced the physically demanding assessment, working towards a goal of passing the standards that determined who progresses to the next stage of the Air Assault course, challenging their strength, endurance, and ability to complete critical Soldier tasks to standard during the multi-day event. (U.S. Army video by Sgt. Kammen Taylor)

Grenada government and military leaders tour the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) during a distinguished visitor tour in the Atlantic Ocean, May 26, 2026. Nimitz is deployed as part of Southern Seas 2026 which seeks to enhance capability, improve interoperability, and strengthen maritime partnerships with countries throughout the region through joint, multinational and interagency exchanges and cooperation. (U.S. Navy video by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Johnathan McCune)

Grenada government and military leaders are welcomed aboard on the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) during a distinguished visitor tour in the Atlantic Ocean, May 26, 2026. Nimitz is deployed as part of Southern Seas 2026 which seeks to enhance capability, improve interoperability, and strengthen maritime partnerships with countries throughout the region through joint, multinational and interagency exchanges and cooperation. (U.S. Navy video by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Megan Schwengel)