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)

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)

Army Reserve Best Squad Competitors extract a simulated downed pilot in hostile territory on day five of the 2026 Best Squad Competition at Fort McCoy, Wisconsin, May 25, 2026. Army Reserve Soldiers from across the nation compete in the 2026 Best Squad Competition, an annual event that brings together the top Soldiers and squads from across the U.S. Army Reserve to earn the titles of “Best Warrior” and “Best Squad” among their peers.

Army Reserve Best Squad competitors took part in a timed exercise to assemble different weapon systems while reacting to indirect and direct fire as well as firing the M97 pistol to qualify for the Norwegian sharpshooter badge at Fort McCoy Wisconsin, 26 May 2026. Soldiers from around the nation compete in the 2026 BSC, an annual competition that brings together the best Soldiers and squads from across the U.S. Army Reserve to earn the title of “Best Warrior” and “Best Squad” among their peers. (U.S. Army Reserve video by Staff Sgt. Dylan Grace)

On May 26, 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. One male narco-terrorist was killed during this action, and there were two survivors. Following the engagement, USSOUTHCOM immediately notified the U.S. Coast Guard to activate the Search and Rescue system for the survivors. No U.S. military forces were harmed.

A U.S. Coast Guard Air Station Humboldt Bay MH-65 Dolphin helicopter aircrew medically evacuates an injured hiker from the Lost Coast Trail near Cape Mendocino in Humboldt County, California, May 26, 2026. After receiving the request for assistance from the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, Sector Humboldt Bay launched an Air Station Humboldt Bay aircrew to hoist the hiker from a remote section of the Lost Coast Trail and transported her and her husband to St. Joseph Hospital in Eureka, California, for further care. (U.S. Coast Guard courtesy video)

Army Reserve Best Squad Competitors tactically approach an enemy vehicle in an open field while avoiding simulated drone surveillance and attack on day five of the 2026 Best Squad Competition at Fort McCoy, Wisconsin, May 25, 2026. Army Reserve Soldiers from across the nation compete in the 2026 Best Squad Competition, an annual event that brings together the top Soldiers and squads from across the U.S. Army Reserve to earn the titles of “Best Warrior” and “Best Squad” among their peers.

Army Reserve Best Squad Competitors tactically secure a simulated enemy mortar pit on day four of the 2026 Best Squad Competition at Fort McCoy, Wisconsin, May 25, 2026. Army Reserve Soldiers from across the nation compete in the 2026 Best Squad Competition, an annual event that brings together the top Soldiers and squads from across the U.S. Army Reserve to earn the titles of “Best Warrior” and “Best Squad” among their peers.

Service members with Joint Task Force-District of Columbia coordinate security parameters with Metropolitan Police Department, and Department of Homeland Security at the 2026 Memorial Day Parade, in Washington, May 25, 2026. The National Memorial Day Parade, the nation’s largest Memorial Day observance, presents a moving timeline of American military history honoring fallen service members from the American Revolution to the present day. More than 300,000 attendees gathered along Constitution Avenue in Washington for the 2026 observance. (U.S. Army National Guard video by Sgt. 1st Class Jeron Walker)

Army Reserve Best Squad competitors put rounds down range using the M240B and M2 machine guns for qualification on their fourth day of the competition at Fort McCoy Wisconsin, 25 May 2026. Soldiers from around the nation compete in the 2026 BSC, an annual competition that brings together the best Soldiers and squads from across the U.S. Army Reserve to earn the title of “Best Warrior” and “Best Squad” among their peers. (U.S. Army Reserve video by Staff Sgt. Dylan Grace)

Army Reserve Best Squad competitors representing the 108th Training Command, engage in a live fire range exercise during the Best Squad Competition at Fort McCoy Wisconsin, May 25, 2026. Ninety-eight Soldiers from around the nation compete in the 2026 BSC, an annual competition that brings together the best Soldiers and squads from across the U.S. Army Reserve to earn the title of “Best Warrior” and “Best Squad” among their peers. (U.S. Army Reserve video by Pfc. Anastasia Addis)

Students, civilians and service members from across all 50 states participate in the National Memorial Day Parade on Constitution Avenue in Washington, May 25, 2026. Recognized as one of the nation’s largest Memorial Day observances, the parade presents a timeline of U.S. military history honoring fallen service members from the American Revolutionary War to the present day. More than 300,000 attendees gathered to observe the event and commemorate those who died in military service. (U.S. Army National Guard video by Staff Sgt. Tianna Wilson)

The New Jersey Army National Guard Recruiting and Retention Battalion celebrates Memorial Day with an official video observing the service of veterans on May 25, 2026. The message is focused toward Gold Star Family members, Veterans, and members of the New Jersey Army National Guard. (U.S. Army National Guard video by Sgt. Seth Cohen) Music: Licensed by Artlist Music library (permission obtained with vocalist)

Live broadcast of the 2026 National Memorial Day Observance at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Virginia, May 25, 2026.

260526-N-NY362-1001 Naples, Italy (May 26, 2026) AFN Naples B Roll package highlighting the 2026 Memorial Day remembrance ceremony at Sicily Rome American Cemetery. Admirals from U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa and 6th Fleet traveled throughout Europe visiting American cemeteries and monuments to honor the lives and legacies of fallen U.S. and allied service members that paid the ultimate sacrifice in the service of their countries. U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa, headquartered in Naples, Italy, overseas joint and naval operations, often in concert with allied and interagency partners, to enable enduring relationships and increase vigilance and resilience in Europe and Africa.(U.S. Navy video by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Santiago Navarro)

U.S. and Allied service members, heads of state and visitors from around the world came to pay respect to the nearly 70,000 fallen American troops buried across 21 American Battle Monument Commission Cemeteries in Europe on Memorial Day, May 25, 2026. Visitors reflected on the 109 years since the first American service members stepped on European soil during WWI, and the unchanged indomitable spirit of the U.S. military; its commitment to the enduring ideals of liberty, freedom, and human rights. (U.S. Navy video by Mass Communication Specialist Petty Officer 2nd Class Jack Hoppe.)

Service Members and civilians hold a Memorial Day wreath ceremony at the National Memorial Cemetery at Quantico, Triangle, Virginia, May 25, 2026. The ceremony is held annually on Memorial Day weekend to honor the memory and military service of the those buried there. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Joshua Munsen)

Trinidad and Tobago 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 25, 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)

Trinidad and Tobago government and military leaders observe an air and sea power demonstration on the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) during a distinguished visitor tour in the Atlantic Ocean, May 25, 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)

Trinidad and Tobago government and military leaders observe flight operations on the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) during a distinguished visitor tour in the Atlantic Ocean, May 25, 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)

Los Angeles firefighters with Station 85 demonstrate firefighting gear usage and conduct a ride-along with U.S. Marines and Sailors during Los Angeles Fleet Week May 24, 2026. Los Angeles Fleet Week, now in its 10th year, is a sea service celebration that allows citizens of Greater Los Angeles to witness today’s maritime capabilities firsthand. Nearly 1,500 Sailors, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen will showcase their capabilities and equipment, participate in various community service events, and enjoy the hospitality of Los Angeles during the event. (U.S. Marine Corp video by Cpl. Aimee Jordan)

U.S. Marines with 1st Marine Division, and Sailors with the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2), visit the Elks Lodge during Los Angeles Fleet Week, May 24, 2026. Los Angeles Fleet Week, now in its 10th year, is a sea service celebration that allows citizens of Greater Los Angeles to witness today’s maritime capabilities firsthand. Nearly 1,500 Sailors, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen will showcase their capabilities and equipment, participate in various community service events, and enjoy the hospitality of Los Angeles during the event. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Migel Reynosa)

A U.S. Coast Guard helicopter crew Air Station North Bend, rescues individual involved in an all-terrain vehicle accident in Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area in North Bend, Oregon, May 24, 2026. a 38-year-old male who was knocked unconscious following an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) incident. (Video courtesy of U.S. Coast Guard Air Station North Bend)

Army Reserve Best Squad competitors qualified on the M2 Browning .50 caliber machine gun and navigated rough terrain to eliminate opposing forces at a mock mortar position at Fort McCoy Wisconsin, 24 May 2026. Soldiers from around the nation compete in the 2026 BSC, an annual competition that brings together the best Soldiers and squads from across the U.S. Army Reserve to earn the title of “Best Warrior” and “Best Squad” among their peers. (U.S. Army Reserve video by Staff Sgt. Dylan Grace)

Army Reserve Best Squad Competitors tactically clear a Nuclear/Biological/Chemical chamber on day four of the 2026 Best Squad Competition at Fort McCoy, Wisconsin, May 24, 2026. Army Reserve Soldiers from across the nation compete in the 2026 Best Squad Competition, an annual event that brings together the top Soldiers and squads from across the U.S. Army Reserve to earn the titles of “Best Warrior” and “Best Squad” among their peers.

Memorial Day 2026 coverage at Flanders Field American Cemetery, Waregem, Belgium, May 24, 2026. As the U.S. marks the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, events like these reaffirm the enduring role of democratic values in shaping the global impact of the United States. Footage includes cutaways of the cemetery, graves and wreaths, crowd shots, U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Hank Taylor, United States Military Representative to NATO and Bill White, U.S. Ambassador to Belgium. (U.S. Air Force video by Staff Sgt. Alexis Sandoval)

The day before Memorial Day, visitors were given the opportunity to cross the plaza and place a flower in front of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. This event pays homage to the first official Decoration Day, now known as Memorial Day, which originally took place at ANC in 1868 to honor the sacrifices of those who fought and died in the Civil War. (U.S. Army Video by Derek Patterson / Arlington National Cemetery)

U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Steven P. Carpenter, Multi-Domain Command-Europe commanding general, explains the significance of the Lorraine American Cemetery Memorial Day ceremony during an interview, May 23, 2026, at Lorraine American Cemetery, in Saint-Avold, France. Located at Lorraine American Cemetery are the Tablets of the Missing, which are inscribed with 444 names. (U.S. Air Force video by Airman 1st Class Ayden Worley)