U.S. Marines and Sailors participate in a Spiritual Fitness Month motivational run at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Jan. 9, 2026. Spiritual Fitness Month reinforces the principle of “inner strength from a higher purpose” by fostering personal faith, moral living, and community to enhance the resilience and readiness of the Marines and Sailors of I Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Joshua Bustamante)

U.S. Marines and Sailors participate in a Spiritual Fitness Month motivational run at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Jan. 9, 2026. Spiritual Fitness Month reinforces the principle of “inner strength from a higher purpose” by fostering personal faith, moral living, and community to enhance the resilience and readiness of the Marines and Sailors of I Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Lance Kell)

Air Education and Training Command hosts the official arrival ceremony of the T-7A Red Hawk at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, on Jan. 9, 2026. The T-7A Red Hawk is the fleet’s newest training aircraft designed to train the next generation of pilots for 5th and 6th generation fighters. (U.S. Air Force video by Tech. Sgt. Amy Winchell)

Vice Chief of Staff of the U.S. Air Force, Lieutenant General Scott L. Pleus provides remarks during the T-7A Red Hawk arrival ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, Jan. 9, 2026.

Lt. Gen. Clark J. Quinn, commander of Air Education and Training Command, provides remarks during the T-7A Red Hawk arrival ceremony.

In 1993, Michigan and Latvia launched the first State Partnership Program, a U.S. National Guard initiative that has grown into a globally recognized model of military and civilian cooperation. This oral history, featuring insights from Dace Mason and (Ret.) GEN Stump, reflects on the early challenges, personal connections, and enduring trust that have made the Michigan–Latvia partnership a lasting success.

In a pre-dawn action, Marines and Sailors from Joint Task Force Southern Spear, in support of the Department of Homeland Security, launched from the USS Gerald R. Ford and apprehended Motor/Tanker Olina in the Caribbean Sea without incident. Apprehensions like this are backed by the full power of the U.S. Navy’s Amphibious Ready Group, including the ready and lethal platforms of the USS Iwo Jima, USS San Antonio, and USS Fort Lauderdale. The Department of War’s Operation Southern Spear is unwavering in its mission to defend our homeland by ending illicit activity and restoring security in the Western Hemisphere.

An American Forces Network Aviano video highlighting the 510th Fighter Generation Squadron’s Exercise Purple Blizzard at Aviano Air Base, Italy, Dec. 15-18, 2025. The training incorporated injects that simulated maintenance operations from a contested forward operating base, evaluating Airmen on their ability to find innovative solutions for rapid aircraft generation. (U.S. Air Force video by Senior Airman Chase Verzaal) (This video has been altered using a blur effect for security purposes)

U.S. Marines and Sailors attend a Spiritual Fitness Month professional military education event at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Jan. 8, 2026. Spiritual Fitness Month reinforces the principle of “inner strength from a higher purpose” by fostering personal faith, moral living, and community to enhance the resilience and readiness of the Marines and Sailors of I Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Joshua Bustamante)

Guardsmen assigned to Joint Task Force–District of Columbia line the streets alongside civilian first responder partners during an honor escort as part of a dignified transfer in Washington, D.C., demonstrating unity, public trust and interagency cooperation in support of the Nation’s Capital, Jan. 8, 2026. The presence of National Guard members and local partners underscored a shared commitment to protecting communities, strengthening resilience and honoring those who serve—principles aligned with national priorities that emphasize strong civil-military relationships and effective domestic response. The transfer honored Terry Bennett, a member of the Metropolitan Police Department, who was struck by a vehicle while assisting a motorist on Interstate 695 on Dec. 23, 2025, and later died from his injuries. Bennett’s service and sacrifice were recognized by law enforcement, National Guard members and community partners as they paid tribute to his line-of-duty death and reaffirmed their collective responsibility to safeguard the public. (U.S. Air National Guard video by Tech. Sgt. Renee Crugnale and Tech. Sgt. Melissa Sterling)

An FBI special agent assigned to the Human Trafficking Unit of the Criminal Investigative Division at the J. Edgar Hoover building discusses common ways victims are targeted and how everyone can report the crime to the FBI.

U.S. Army senior leaders, Soldiers and family members participating in the Security Force Assistance Command (SFAC) inactivation ceremony at the Eternal Flame, on Fort Bragg, N.C., Jan. 8, 2026. The ceremony marked the formal inactivation of SFAC, which served as the Army headquarters responsible for organizing, training and equipping Security Force Assistance Brigades in support of global security cooperation missions. (U.S. Army video by Sgt. Ashley Xie)

U.S. Marines and Sailors attend a spiritual fitness breakfast at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Jan. 8, 2026. Spiritual Fitness Month reinforces the principle of “inner strength from a higher purpose” by fostering personal faith, moral living, and community to enhance the resilience and readiness of the Marines and Sailors of I Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Joshua Bustamante)

U.S. Army Reserve 1st Mission Support Command hosts the Garita Games '26 during Army of the Caribbean Week '26 at Fort Buchanan, Puerto Rico, Jan. 9, 2026. The ACW26 and GG26 aims to bolster esprit de corps between military personnel and the local community. Events included 3K fun runs and foot marches, plena and salsa tournaments, battle of the frequencies and best wrench competitions, domino tournaments, best squad trials, and more, celebrating athleticism and camaraderie. (U.S. Army Reserve video by Sgt. Jofenell RuizFebus)

U.S. Army Reserve Soldiers from the 1st Mission Support Command hit the ground early during a morning ruck marking the start of Day 2 of Army of the Caribbean Week '26 at Fort Buchanan, Puerto Rico, Jan. 8, 2026. The 1st MSC’s presence in Puerto Rico underscores the U.S. Army’s commitment to national defense and disaster preparedness in the region. It demonstrates the Army’s posture to respond swiftly to crises when called upon, from domestic disaster response to supporting combat operations worldwide. (U.S. Army Reserve Video by Spc. Airam Amaro-Millan)

ISR video shows M/V Bella 1 in the North Atlantic Ocean, Jan. 7, 2025. The operation was conducted in coordination with Department of Justice, Department of Homeland Security, and Department of War for violations of U.S. sanctions.

ISR video show M/V Bella 1 in the North Atlantic Ocean, Jan. 7, 2025. The operation was conducted in coordination with Department of Justice, Department of Homeland Security, and Department of War for violations of U.S. sanctions.

ISR video shows M/V Bella 1 in the North Atlantic Ocean, Jan. 7, 2025. The operation was conducted in coordination with Department of Justice, Department of Homeland Security, and Department of War for violations of U.S. sanctions.

ISR video shows M/V Bella 1 in the North Atlantic Ocean, Jan. 7, 2025. The operation was conducted in coordination with Department of Justice, Department of Homeland Security, and Department of War for violations of U.S. sanctions.

Operational clips of Minnesota National Guard SUS-Vs maneuvering in the snow and on trails. Also Static clips of the SUS-V inside the Armory garage.

USCGC Munro shadows M/V Bella 1

FBI New Orleans, the Tulane University Police Department, and the Louisiana Chapter of the FBI National Academy are proud to announce the fourth annual Future Law Enforcement Youth Academy (FLEYA). Two of the nation’s most iconic institutions and our law enforcement partners will conduct training for selected youth from the State of Louisiana. Video, pictures, and interviews with three participants in the 2025 FLEYA are included.

Secretary of State Marco A. Rubio meets with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud at the Department of State.

In a pre-dawn action this morning, the Department of War, in coordination with the Department of Homeland Security, apprehended a stateless, sanctioned dark fleet motor tanker without incident. The interdicted vessel, M/T Sophia, was operating in international waters and conducting illicit activities in the Caribbean Sea. The U.S. Coast Guard is escorting M/T Sophia to the U.S. for final disposition. Through Operation Southern Spear, the Department of War is unwavering in its mission to crush illicit activity in the Western Hemisphere. We will defend our Homeland and restore security and strength across the Americas.

U.S. Marines and Sailors attend a spiritual fitness breakfast at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Jan. 7, 2026. Spiritual Fitness Month reinforces the principle of “inner strength from a higher purpose” by fostering personal faith, moral living, and community to enhance the resilience and readiness of the Marines and Sailors of I Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Joshua Bustamante)

USS Paul Ignatius (DDG 117) conducts maritime operations in support of M/V Bella 1 seizure, in the North Atlantic Ocean, Jan. 7, 2025. The operation was conducted in coordination with Department of Justice, Department of Homeland Security, and Department of War for violations of U.S. sanctions. (Video courtesy of U.S. Navy )

USS Paul Ignatius (DDG 117) conducts maritime operations in support of M/V Bella 1 seizure, in the North Atlantic Ocean, Jan. 7, 2025. The operation was conducted in coordination with Department of Justice, Department of Homeland Security, and Department of War for violations of U.S. sanctions. (U.S. Navy Video)

The Coast Guard Cutters Bridle and Tackle break ice on Penobscot Bay as part of the Coast Guard Northeast District's Operation RENEW, January 7, 2026. Operation Reliable Energy for Northeast Winters ensures communities have the security, supplies, and energy they need during harsh conditions. Our icebreaking operations are critical for delivering heating fuel, food, and medical supplies, while supporting commerce and preventing flooding.

U.S. Army soldiers and senior leaders assigned to the U.S. Army Pacific command conduct a "Flying V" honors ceremony to welcome Australian Army Maj. Gen. Giles J.S. Cornelia as the new USARPAC Deputy Commanding General of Strategy and Plans at Fort Shafter, Hawaii, Jan. 06, 2026. During this ceremony, USARPAC bid farewell to the outgoing Deputy Commanding General of Strategy and Plans, Australian Army Lt. Gen. Scott A. Winter. (U.S. Army video by Staff Sgt. Daniel Lopez)