Testing their readiness to defend the Alliance’s eastern flank’ , NATO’s multinational battlegroup Estonia deployed alongside NATO Allies recently, for Exercise Bold Eagle. The seven-day exercise in Estonia challenged Estonian, French, Polish, UK and US forces’ readiness to navigate the complex, boggy landscape of the northern Baltics. Heavy armour, including the British Army Challenger 2 tanks – weighing over 60 tons – navigated the landscape, honing the critical mobility skills essential to Estonia’s defence. The UK-led NATO battlegroup is one of eight based along NATO’s eastern flank, demonstrating Allies’ resolve and readiness to defend Alliance territory and populations. Footage includes shots of British Army Challenger 2 tanks, Warrior Infantry Fighting Vehicles, and Estonian and UK infantry training in trench warfare. The soundbite is from Lt Sam Dulson, Platoon Commander, 7th Platoon, C Company, 1 Mercian, British Army.

AH: Morning Quarters: July 14th

U.S. Marines with the 2nd Battalion, 24th Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division color guard, assigned to Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force-250, conduct the final evening colors ceremony at the Plaza of the Americas during Marine Week Chicago, July 13, 2025. This year, the Marine Corps will celebrate two and a half centuries of serving the Nation with honor, courage, and commitment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Kayla Halloran)

U.S. Marines with Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force-250 host a commemoration ceremony for Marine Week Chicago, July 13, 2025. Throughout the week, Marines showcased military equipment, aircraft and music while interacting with the community. This year, the Marine Corps will celebrate two and a half centuries of serving the nation with honor, courage, and commitment. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Samantha Pollich)

U.S. Marine Corps Captain Ramarro Lamar, the executive officer of Recruiting Station Chicago, assigned to Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force-250, gives an interview at the Navy Pier in Chicago during Marine Week Chicago, July 13, 2025. This year, the Marine Corps will celebrate two and a half centuries of serving the Nation with honor, courage, and commitment. Covert is a native of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Samantha Pollich)

U.S. Marines with Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force-250 host a commemoration ceremony for Marine Week Chicago, July 13, 2025. Throughout the week, Marines showcased military equipment, aircraft and music while interacting with the community. This year, the Marine Corps will celebrate two and a half centuries of serving the nation with honor, courage, and commitment. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Eric Valerio)

U.S. Marines, veterans and coaches with the Wounded Warrior Regiment begin their first day of practices for the Department of Defense Warrior Games at Cheyenne Mountain High School in Colorado Springs, Colorado, July 13, 2025. The 2025 DoD Warrior Games is an adaptive sports competition that celebrates the dedication of military service members resiliency in recovering from being wounded, injured, and or ill through a series of competitive sports that demonstrates the remarkable potential of our service members. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Vincent Needham)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Brent Meier, a squad leader with 2nd Battalion, 24th Regiment, 4th Marine Division, assigned to Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force-250, gives an interview at the Prayer Band Pentecostal Church during Marine Week Chicago in Romeoville, Illinois, July 12, 2025. The Marines participated in this event hosted by the Travis Manion Foundation in order to support the local community. This year, the Marine Corps will celebrate two and a half centuries of serving the Nation with honor, courage, and commitment. Meier is a native of Kaukauna, Wisconsin. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Kayla Halloran)

U.S. Marines and poolees from Marine Corps Recruiting Station Chicago, 9th Marine Corps District, execute their monthly pool function during Marine Week Chicago 2025, July 12, 2025. The pool function featured a motivation run event and a performance from the Quantico Marine Band. Throughout 2025, Marines across the globe will celebrate the 250th birthday of the Corps, commemorating service, sacrifice, and priding themselves on living ‘Semper Fidelis’ or ‘Always Faithful’ to their nation and to each other. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Eric Valerio)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Caleb Ragaller, a rifleman with Echo Company, 2nd Battalion, 24th Marine Regiment, Marine Forces Reserve, is promoted during Marine Week Chicago 2025, July 12, 2025. Throughout 2025, Marines across the globe will celebrate the 250th birthday of the Corps, commemorating service, sacrifice, and priding themselves on living ‘Semper Fidelis’ or ‘Always Faithful’ to their nation and to each other. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Juaquin Greaves)

U.S. Army Command Sgt. Maj. Andrew Campbell, senior enlisted leader of the Pennsylvania Army National Guard, shares remarks during his retirement ceremony at the Keystone Conference Center at Fort Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, July 12, 2025. Campbell is retiring after 33 years of service. (U.S. Army National Guard video by Maj. Dave Boyles)

Spectators applaud as U.S. Air Force Maj. Taylor "FEMA" Hiester, F-16 Viper Demonstration Team commander and pilot, performs aerial maneuvers during F-AIR 2025, the Colombia Feria Aeronáutica Internacional, at the José María Córdova International Airport in Rionegro, Antioquia, Colombia, July 12, 2025. U.S. Air Force participation in the F-AIR air show strengthens military-to-military relationships with our regional partners. Training and coordinating with our Colombian Air Force counterparts at events like this prepares us to work together in potential future operations such as humanitarian assistance, disaster relief and security operations. (U.S. Air Force video by Master Sgt. Hugo Delgado)

U.S. Marines with Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force 250 host a wreath laying ceremony during Marine Week Chicago 2025 at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Chicago, Illinois, July 12, 2025. The Marines held the ceremony in honor of Cpl. Benjamin D. Desilets, who paid the ultimate sacrifice during Operation Iraqi Freedom. This year, the Marine Corps will celebrate two and a half centuries of serving the nation with honor, courage, and commitment. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Samantha Pollich)

The Lt. Dan Band performs at Rockin’ for Our Vets concert in Cantigny Park, Wheaton, Illinois, as part of Marine Week Chicago, July 12, 2025. The band performed at this benefit concert for the West Suburban Foundation for Disabled Veterans. Throughout the year, Marines across the globe will celebrate the 250th birthday of the Corps, commemorating service, sacrifice, and priding themselves on living ‘Semper Fidelis’ or ‘Always Faithful’ to their nation and to each other. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Samantha Pollich)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Dante Covert, a rifleman with 2nd Battalion, 24th Regiment, 4th Marine Division, assigned to Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force-250, gives an interview at the Prayer Band Pentecostal Church during Marine Week Chicago in Romeoville, Illinois, July 12, 2025. The Marines participated in this event hosted by the Travis Manion Foundation in order to support the local community. This year, the Marine Corps will celebrate two and a half centuries of serving the Nation with honor, courage, and commitment. Covert is a native of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Kayla Halloran)

U.S. Marines with 2nd Battalion, 24th Regiment, 4th Marine Division, assigned to Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force-250, help clean and organize a church at the Prayer Band Pentecostal Church during Marine Week Chicago in Romeoville, Illinois, July 12, 2025. The Marines participated in this event hosted by the Travis Manion Foundation in order to support the local community. This year, the Marine Corps will celebrate two and a half centuries of serving the Nation with honor, courage, and commitment. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Steven Wells)

U.S. Marines and future Marines from Marine Corps Recruiting Station Chicago execute their monthly pool function during Marine Week Chicago 2025, July 10, 2025. The pool function featured a physical training event and a performance from the Quantico Marine Band. Throughout 2025, Marines across the globe will celebrate the 250th birthday of the Corps, commemorating service, sacrifice, and priding themselves on living ‘Semper Fidelis’ or ‘Always Faithful’ to their nation and to each other. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. James Stanfield)

U.S. Marines, veterans, and coaches with the Wounded Warrior Regiment tour the Department of Defense Warrior Games competition sites at Colorado College in Colorado Springs, Colorado, on July 12, 2025. The annual event offers the wounded, ill, or injured Marines, Sailors, Soldiers, Airmen, and veterans an opportunity to further the rehabilitation of their mind, body and spirit through competition and camaraderie. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Vincent Needham)

U.S. Marines assigned to Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force 250, in partnership with the Make-A-Wish Foundation, host Jamaria Peters for a ceremony and celebration, honoring Peters’ wish to spend a day with the Marines. The event featured a performance from the Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon, music from the Quantico Marine Band, and the appearance of drill instructors from Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego. This year, the Marine Corps will celebrate two and a half centuries of serving the nation with honor, courage, and commitment. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Juaquin Greaves)

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Daphne Kelly, a pilot with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 773, 4th Marine Aircraft Wing, assigned to Special Marine Air-Ground Task Force-250, conduct pre-flight checks on a UH-1Y Venom helicopter for an outreach and engagement flight during Marine Week Chicago, July 11, 2025. This year, the Marine Corps will celebrate two and a half centuries of serving the Nation with honor, courage, and commitment. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Samantha Pollich, Cpl. Diana Salgado, Lance Cpl. Valerie Escobar and Lance Cpl. Steven Wells)

U.S. Marines assigned to Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force-250 lead a physical training session for the Chicago Police Department recruits at DuSable Harbor during Marine Week Chicago, July 10, 2025. The Chicago Police Department joined the physical training event led by Marines to celebrate the upcoming 250th anniversary of the U.S. Marine Corps. Throughout 2025, Marines across the globe will celebrate the 250th birthday of the Corps, commemorating service, sacrifice, and priding themselves on living ‘Semper Fidelis’ or ‘Always Faithful’ to their nation and to each other. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Kayla Halloran)

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U.S. Air Force Maj. Taylor "FEMA" Hiester, F-16 Viper Demonstration Team commander and pilot, performs aerial maneuvers during F-AIR 2025, the Colombia Feria Aeronáutica Internacional, at the José María Córdova International Airport in Rionegro, Antioquia, Colombia, July 11, 2025. U.S. Air Force participation in the F-AIR air show strengthens military-to-military relationships with our regional partners. Training and coordinating with our Colombian Air Force counterparts at events like this prepares us to work together in potential future operations such as humanitarian assistance, disaster relief and security operations. (U.S. Air Force video by Master Sgt. Hugo Delgado)

U.S. Marines assigned to Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force 250, in partnership with the Make-A-Wish Foundation, host Jamaria Peters for a ceremony and celebration to fulfill his wish to spend a day with the Marines. The event featured a performance from the Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon, music from the Quantico Marine Band, and the appearance of drill instructors from Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego. This year, the Marine Corps will celebrate two and a half centuries of serving the nation with honor, courage, and commitment. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. James Stanfield)

U.S. Army Garrison Fort Hood hosts a Change of Command Ceremony. Colonel Lakicia Stokes relinquishes command to Colonel Mark McClellan. The ceremony takes place on Sadowski Field. Senior leaders, Soldiers, civilians, and family members attend. The Garrison colors are passed, symbolizing the transfer of authority. Colonel McClellan assumes command of the Garrison. He previously served as Director, Department of Tactics, Training, and Doctrine at Fort Benning. Colonel Stokes departs to serve at the U.S. Army Operational Test Command. The event highlights the continuity of leadership and commitment to the Fort Hood community.

U.S. Marines with the Quantico Marine Rock Band, assigned to Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force - 250, perform at Rookies RocHaus in West Dundee, Illinois, as part of Marine Week Chicago, July 10, 2025. The Quantico Marine Rock Band performed as a feature event promoting the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Marine Corps. Throughout the year, Marines across the globe will celebrate the 250th birthday of the Corps, commemorating service, sacrifice, and priding themselves on living ‘Semper Fidelis’ or ‘Always Faithful’ to their nation and to each other. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. James Stanfield)

U.S. Marines assigned to Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force-250 host a static display for Chicagoans at the Magnificent Mile during Marine Week Chicago, July 11, 2025. Throughout the year Marines across the globe will celebrate the 250th birthday of the Corps, commemorating service, sacrifice, and priding themselves on living ‘Semper Fidelis’ or ‘Always Faithful’ to their nation and to each other. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Kayla Halloran)

the U.S. Air Force aircraft arrive at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, during exercise Resolute Force Pacific, July 10, 2025. REFORPAC is part of the first-in-a-generation Department-Level Exercise series, employing more than 350 Joint and coalition aircraft and more than 12,000 members at more than 50 locations across 3,000 miles. (U.S. Air Force B-Roll by Senior Airman Mark Sulaica)

Secretary of State Marco A. Rubio speaks with the press in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.