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)

U.S. Air Force 2nd Lt. Lynn Skidmore shares a greeting message.

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In this Pacific in 60 newsbreak: In the Philippines U.S. Soldiers and Philippine Army Soldiers conducted a night air assault operation during the Joint Pacific Readiness Center Exportable exercise; in Hawaii, Hawaii National Guard Soldiers responded to the 2026 Kona Low storms, supporting evacuations, search and rescue, and recovery efforts; and in Japan, the 374th Airlift Wing hosted the Japanese-American Friendship Festival on Yokota Air Base.

U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Richard E. Angle, commanding general of U.S. Special Operations Command Europe, discusses the importance of multinational interoperability and special operations readiness during Trojan Footprint 2026. Trojan Footprint is a U.S. European Command-led special operations exercise conducted across Europe to strengthen coordination and capabilities among NATO Allied and partner nations. (U.S. Army National Guard video by Staff Sgt. Melyssa Vazquez)

On May 18, 2026, U.S. Africa Command, in coordination with the Government of Nigeria, conducted additional kinetic strikes against ISIS in Northeastern Nigeria. Intelligence confirmed the targets were ISIS militants seeking cover in an outdoor hideout. Complete assessments are ongoing. No U.S. or Nigerian forces were harmed.

B-roll footage captures a military working dog demonstration during the 2026 Japanese-American Friendship Festival at Yokota Air Base, Japan, May 17, 2026. The festival also included live performances from bands, aerial demonstrations, static displays and military working dog demonstrations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tallon Bratton)

B-roll footage captures the second day of the 2026 Japanese-American Friendship Festival at Yokota Air Base, Japan, May 17, 2026. Friendship Festival 2026 celebrates not only the U.S.-Japan alliance, but also 250 years of the United States. From vendor performances, to static displays and even aerial demonstrations, FF26 served as a bridge between the U.S. 250th milestone and the local Japanese community, showcasing how the U.S. military's modern mission remains a continuation of the revolutionary spirit that defined America's founding. (U.S. Air Force video by Senior Airman Tallon Bratton)

U.S. Marines, volunteers, and runners participate in the Historic Half Marathon in Fredericksburg, Virginia, May 17, 2026. The Historic Half is a 13.1 – mile race weaved throughout Historic Downtown Fredericksburg, home to over 200 stores and several historic sites. The race generates community goodwill, fosters public relations, and increases advocacy for individual health while emphasizing the Marine Corps’ warrior ethos. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Tyler Harrison)

On May 17, 2026, U.S. Africa Command, in coordination with the Government of Nigeria, conducted additional kinetic strikes against ISIS in Northeastern Nigeria. Intelligence confirmed the targets were ISIS militants. Complete assessments are ongoing. No U.S. or Nigerian forces were harmed.

Participants and volunteers take part in the 2026 Semper Fred 5K race in Fredericksburg, Virginia, May 16, 2026. The Semper Fred 5k is a family-friendly, all-age event held in historic Downtown Fredericksburg the day before the Marine Corps Historic Half. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Keahi J. Sooman-Stanton)

Runners participate in the Healthy Lifestyle Expo at the Fredericksburg Convention Center in Fredericksburg, Virginia, May 16, 2026. The Healthy Lifestyle Expo provides runners participating in Marine Corps Marathon Historic Half events an opportunity to pick up their official bib, timing device, and competitor shirt, as well as visit the many health-related booths. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Keahi J. Sooman-Stanton)

Participants, spectators, and volunteers of the 2026 Marine Corps Historic Half pass through mile markers 5-8 in Fredericksburg, Virginia, May 17, 2026. The Historic Half is a 13.1-mile race weaved throughout Historic Downtown Fredericksburg, home to over 200 businesses and several historic sites. The annual race generates community goodwill, fosters public relations, and increases advocacy for individual health while emphasizing the Marine Corps’ warrior ethos. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Keahi J. Soomanstanton)

Participaints, volunteers, and spectators from across the country take part in the 2026 Marine Corps Historic Half at the start/finish line in Fredericksburg, Virginia, May 17, 2026. The Historic Half is a 13.1-mile race weaved throughout Historic Downtown Fredericksburg, home to over 200 businesses and several historic sites. The annual race generates community goodwill, fosters public relations, and increases advocacy for individual health while emphasizing the Marine Corps’ warrior ethos. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. William Tucker)

Participants and volunteers take part in the 2026 Semper Fred 5K race in Fredericksburg, Virginia, May 16, 2026. The Semper Fred 5k is a family-friendly, all-age event held in historic Downtown Fredericksburg the day before the Marine Corps Historic Half. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. William Tucker)

Runners receive their bibs and other items for the 2026 Semper Fred 5k and the 2026 Marine Corps Historic Half in Fredericksburg, Virginia, May 15, 2026. The Semper Fred 5k is a family-friendly, all-age event held in historic Downtown Fredericksburg the day before the Marine Corps Historic Half: a 13.1-mile race weaved throughout Historic Downtown Fredericksburg, home to over 200 businesses and several historic sites. These annual races generate community goodwill, foster public relations, and increases advocacy for individual health while emphasizing the Marine Corps’ warrior ethos. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Keahi J. Sooman-Stanton)

Soldiers assigned to Bravo Company, 1st Battalion, 41st Infantry Regiment, 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, conduct a Combined Arms Live-Fire Exercise as part of Ivy Mass at Piñon Canyon Maneuver Site, Colorado, May 17, 2026. The exercise combined traditional infantry skills with Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2) capabilities to improve battlefield communication, situational awareness and tactical decision-making in a realistic training environment. (U.S. Army video by Spc. Cecilia Jasinski)

Soldiers assigned to Bravo Company, 1st Battalion, 41st Infantry Regiment, 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, execute Combined Arms Live-Fire Exercise, integrating multiple weapon systems and elements in a realistic training environment during during Ivy Mass on Piñon Canyon Maneuver Site, Colorado, May 17, 2026. Ivy Mass, a culminating exercise, demonstrated combat readiness by using their ability to shoot, move and communicate using coordinated assets. (U.S. Army video by Spc. Kristen Cruz)

Multinational partners conduct an air assault mission as part of the Joint Pacific Readiness Center Exportable Exercise at Fort Magsaysay, Nueva Ecija, Philippines, May 17, 2026. JPMRC-X, as part of Exercise Salaknib, integrates U.S., Philippine, and partner forces in realistic scenarios to enhance interoperability, refine multi-domain tactics, and strengthen regional readiness in the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Army video by Sgt. Olivia Cowart) ~Timestamps~ (00;00;00;00) UH-60 Black Hawk flies to pick up zone in multiship flight. (00;00;34;35) Japanese soldiers load into UH-60 Black Hawk, first lift takes off. Filipino soldiers wait for the second lift and load onto CH-47 Chinook. (00;02;38;40) Filipino soldiers fly in CH-47 Chinook during operation. (00;03;15;39) Filipino soldiers land at the landing zone and rapidly exit the helicopter. Japanese soldiers rapidly reload the helicopter.

A B-roll package of a C-130J Super Herucles assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron parked on the flightline as fireworks light up the night during Japanese-American Friendship Festival 2026 at Yokota Air Base, Japan, May 17, 2026. (U.S. Air Force video by Yasuo Osakabe)

This B-roll footage documents the second day of the 2026 Japanese-American Friendship Festival at Yokota Air Base, Japan, May 17, 2026. The friendship festival is a two-day open house event aimed at enhancing the United States and Japanese relationship. (U.S. Air Force video by Airman 1st Class David S. Calcote)

B-roll footage captures the first day of the 2026 U.S.-Japan Friendship Festival at Yokota Air Base, Japan, May 16, 2026. Friendship Festival 2026 celebrates not only the U.S.-Japan alliance, but also 250 years of the United States. From vendor performances, to static displays and even aerial demonstrations, FF26 served as a bridge between the U.S. 250th milestone and the local Japanese community, showcasing how the U.S. military's modern mission remains a continuation of the revolutionary spirit that defined America's founding. (U.S. Air Force video by Senior Airman Tallon Bratton)

Retired U.S. Army Spc. 4 Michael John Fitzmaurice, a Medal of Honor recipient and Vietnam War veteran, receives a Medal of Honor flight aboard a UH-60 Black Hawk with the 101st Combat Aviation Brigade at Fort Campbell, Kentucky, May 16, 2026. Fitzmaurice served with Troop D, 2nd Squadron, 17th Cavalry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, and received the Medal of Honor for his actions March 23, 1971, near Khe Sanh, Republic of Vietnam, when he protected fellow Soldiers from enemy explosive charges and continued fighting despite severe wounds. His courage and devotion to duty remain part of the Screaming Eagles’ legacy of service and sacrifice. (U.S. Army video by Capt. Jennifer French)

Retired U.S. Army Spc. 4 Michael John Fitzmaurice, a Medal of Honor recipient and Vietnam War veteran, receives a Medal of Honor flight aboard a UH-60 Black Hawk with the 101st Combat Aviation Brigade at Fort Campbell, Kentucky, May 16, 2026. Fitzmaurice served with Troop D, 2nd Squadron, 17th Cavalry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, and received the Medal of Honor for his actions March 23, 1971, near Khe Sanh, Republic of Vietnam, when he protected fellow Soldiers from enemy explosive charges and continued fighting despite severe wounds. His courage and devotion to duty remain part of the Screaming Eagles’ legacy of service and sacrifice. (U.S. Army video by Capt. Jennifer French)

This b-roll package features exterior and interior footage of USS Cleveland (LCS 31), the last Freedom-Variant LCS. (U.S. Navy video by Austin Rooney/released)

This b-roll package features steelworkers at Cleveland Cliffs steel mill working with steel, some of which is used in U.S. Navy shipbuilding and hull construction. (U.S. Navy video by Austin Rooney/released)

This b-roll package contains slow motion video portraits of Sailors assigned to USS Cleveland (LCS 31). (U.S. Navy video by Austin Rooney/released)

NORFOLK, Va. (May 16, 2026) – Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Bainbridge (DDG 96) returns to Naval Station Norfolk, May 16, 2026, following a historic 11-month deployment to U.S. 2nd, 4th, 5th, and 6th Fleets as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group. Before returning to Norfolk after 326 days, the Gerald R. Ford crew conducted 23 replenishments-at-sea and sailed over 57,713 nautical miles. Embarked Carrier Air Wing 8 logged more than 5,760 flight hours and 12,200 flight launches. (U.S. Navy video by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Abigayle Lutz)

U.S. service members and civilians participate in the 64th Annual Torrance Armed Forces Day 5k for Freedom run in Torrance, California, May 16, 2026. The Department of Defense sanctions the annual Armed Forces Day Parade and Celebration in Torrance, California, to honor the U.S. armed forces and foster patriotism and community bonds. (U.S. Army video by Sgt. Xavier Chavez)