U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 555th Fighter and Fighter Generation Squadrons prepare and operate F-16 Fighting Falcons to practice integrated air missile defense during Combat Archer U.K. at RAF Lakenheath, England, April 9, 2025. Combat Archer U.K. provided live-fire air-to-air experience against threat-representative unmanned systems. By hosting Combat Archer U.K. in Europe, U.S. Air Forces Europe saved millions of dollars, allowing them to enhance the mission while staying on the right side of the cost curve. (U.S. Air Force video by Airman 1st Class Zachary Jakel)

U.S. Army soldiers attached to the 4th Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment, conduct maintenance inspections on their vehicles and equipment in preparation for tactical movement to Central Training Area, Hungary, at Vilseck, Germany, June 5, 2025. In support of DEFENDER 25, 2CR, 12th CAB and 5-4 ADAR will conduct fire support and a combined live-fire exercise with the Hungarian and Spanish Armed Forces at the Central Training Area. Additionally, 2CR will employ new Transforming in Contact initiatives and new equipment during these exercises. Demonstrating global deterrence and the U.S. Army’s ability to rapidly deploy U.S.-based combat power in Europe and the Arctic region alongside Allies and partners, DEFENDER 25 brings U.S. troops together with forces from 29 Allied and partner nations to build readiness through large-scale combat training from May 11-June 24, 2025. DEFENDER 25 increases the lethality of the NATO alliance through large-scale tactical training maneuvers and long-range fires, builds unit readiness in a complex joint, multinational environment and leverages host nation capabilities to increase the U.S. Army’s operational reach. During three large-scale combat training exercises—Swift Response, Immediate Response, and Saber Guardian—Ally and partner forces integrate and expand multi-domain operations capability, demonstrating combined command and control structures and readiness to respond to crisis and conflict. (U.S. video by Spc. Jennifer Posy)

U.S. Soldiers assigned to 4th Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment conduct preventive maintenance checks and services of an M1134 Stryker ATGM in preparation for Saber Guardian 25, on Rose Barracks, Vilseck, Germany, June 5, 2025. PMCS ensures that Soldiers encounter no maintenance issues before their tactical march to Saber Guardian 25. DEFENDER 25 increases the lethality of the NATO alliance through large-scale tactical training maneuvers and long-range fires, builds unit readiness in a complex joint, multinational environment and leverages host nation capabilities to increase the U.S. Army’s operational reach. During three large-scale combat training exercises—Swift Response, Immediate Response, and Saber Guardian—Ally and partner forces integrate and expand multi-domain operations capability, demonstrating combined command and control structures and readiness to respond to crisis and conflict. (U.S. Army video by Spc. Sar Paw) Shot List: (00:05:00) - Title card (00:05:01 - 00:11:18) - A soldier checks the radio inside a tactical vehicle. (00:11:19 - 00:44:19) - The soldier conducts PMCS (Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services) on an M1134 Stryker ATGM and secures an MRE box. (00:44:20 - 01:36:01) - Soldiers conduct PMCS on an M1134 Stryker ATGM and secure a tow bar to an HMMWV (High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle). (01:36:01 - 01:54:05) - A soldier guides ground movement for a M1135 Stryker ATGM.

Soldiers from the 1-102nd Infantry Regiment, 86th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, Connecticut Army National Guard, and the 572nd Brigade Engineer Battalion, 86th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, Vermont Army National Guard, conduct a live-fire exercise during Immediate Response 25 near Alexandroupolis, Greece, June 5, 2025. Demonstrating global deterrence and the U.S. Army’s ability to rapidly deploy U.S.- based combat power in Europe and the Arctic region alongside Allies and partners, DEFENDER 25 brings U.S. troops together with forces from 29 Allied and partner nations to build readiness through large-scale combat training from May 11-June 24, 2025. DEFENDER 25 increases the lethality of the NATO alliance through large-scale tactical training maneuvers and long-range fires, builds unit readiness in a complex joint, multinational environment and leverages host nation capabilities to increase the U.S. Army’s operational reach. During three large-scale combat training exercises—Swift Response, Immediate Response, and Saber Guardian—Ally and partner forces integrate and expand multi-domain operations capability, demonstrating combined command and control structures and readiness to respond to crisis and conflict. (U.S. Army video by Sgt. 1st Class Christopher Osburn)

U.S. Soldiers assigned to 4th Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment perform pre-combat inspections and preventive maintenance checks on vehicles at Rose Barracks, Vilseck, Germany, June 6, 2025. The unit conducted equipment preparation in support of Saber Guardian 25, a multinational exercise enhancing readiness and interoperability across NATO’s eastern flank. (U.S. Army video by Spc. Carlos Marquez) Demonstrating global deterrence and the U.S. Army’s ability to rapidly deploy U.S.-based combat power in Europe and the Arctic region alongside Allies and partners, DEFENDER 25 brings U.S. troops together with forces from 29 Allied and partner nations to build readiness through large-scale combat training from May 11-June 24, 2025. DEFENDER 25 increases the lethality of the NATO alliance through large-scale tactical training maneuvers and long-range fires, builds unit readiness in a complex joint, multinational environment and leverages host nation capabilities to increase the U.S. Army’s operational reach. During three large-scale combat training exercises—Swift Response, Immediate Response, and Saber Guardian—Ally and partner forces integrate and expand multi-domain operations capability, demonstrating combined command and control structures and readiness to respond to crisis and conflict. Spc. Casey Hinson interview on Saber Guardian 25. Shot List: 00:00:06:00 - 2CR Soldiers secure equipment 00:00:45:00 - 2CR Soldier dons modular scalable vest 00:01:03:00 - 2CR Soldiers securing and performing maintenance care on vehicles 00:01:28:00 - 2CR Soldier ground guiding joint light tactical vehicle 00:01:49:22 - U.S. Army Infantryman, Spc. Casey Hinson assigned to 4th Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment speaks on his role during Saber Guardian 25.

Croatian Army Lt. Col. Robert Budimir-Bekan, deputy commander and chief of staff of the Guards Mechanized Brigade, discusses the Croatian Army’s role in Operation Immediate Response and the importance of testing communication systems at Josip Jović Barracks, Udbina, Croatia, June 4, 2025. The exercise strengthens bonds between participating nations.

B-roll of the 21st Medical Group at Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado, June 4, 2025. This b-roll was gathered to provide up to date video clips for future use. (U.S. Space Force video by Senior Airman Cody Friend)

Soldiers from the 1-102nd Infantry Regiment, 86th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, Connecticut Army National Guard stand alongside service members from Greece, Bulgaria, Spain, France, Italy and other allied and partner nations for a joint photo and to meet several distinguished visitors during exercise Immediate Response 25 near Petrochori, Greece, June 4, 2025. Demonstrating global deterrence and the U.S. Army’s ability to rapidly deploy U.S.-based combat power in Europe and the Arctic region alongside Allies and partners, DEFENDER 25 brings U.S. troops together with forces from 29 Allied and partner nations to build readiness through large-scale combat training from May 11-June 24, 2025. DEFENDER 25 increases the lethality of the NATO alliance through large-scale tactical training maneuvers and long-range fires, builds unit readiness in a complex joint, multinational environment and leverages host nation capabilities to increase the U.S. Army’s operational reach. During three large-scale combat training exercises—Swift Response, Immediate Response, and Saber Guardian—Ally and partner forces integrate and expand multi-domain operations capability, demonstrating combined command and control structures and readiness to respond to crisis and conflict. (U.S. Army video by Sgt. Theodosius Santalov)

PICATINNY ARSENAL, N.J. – Officials here celebrated the 25th anniversary of the opening of the installation’s award-winning aquatic park known as “Frog Falls.” Frog Falls is a membership only facility open to Active Duty, Reserve and National Guard Military Personnel and their dependents; Picatinny Civilian Employees and their dependents, Contractors working on Picatinny, as well as the General Public.

U.S. and Hellenic Army soldiers execute a multinational air assault mission, disembarking a CH-47 Chinook helicopter, securing a landing zone, and assaulting the simulated enemy objective during exercise Immediate Response near Petrochori, Greece, June 4, 2025. Soldiers with Alpha Company, 1-102nd Infantry Regiment, 86th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, Connecticut Army National Guard, refined their ability to deploy with and operate alongside allied forces in contested environments. Demonstrating global deterrence and the U.S. Army’s ability to rapidly deploy U.S.-based combat power in Europe alongside Allies and partners, DEFENDER 25 brings U.S. troops together with forces from 29 Allied and partner nations to build readiness through large-scale combat training from May 11-June 24, 2025. DEFENDER 25 increases the lethality of the NATO alliance through large-scale tactical training maneuvers and long-range fires, builds unit readiness in a complex joint, multinational environment and leverages host nation capabilities to increase the U.S. Army’s operational reach. During three large-scale combat training exercises—Swift Response, Immediate Response, and Saber Guardian—Ally and partner forces integrate and expand multi-domain operations capability, demonstrating combined command and control structures and readiness to respond to crisis and conflict. (U.S. Army video by Sgt. Theodosius Santalov)

Best Squad competitors conduct Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) lanes at Rodriguez Live Fire Complex, South Korea, June 4, 2025. The Eighth Army’s Best Squad Competition features a multitude of different fitness and combat related events including individual warrior tasks and squad battle drills. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Pomare Te'o Jr.)

Combined arms live fire exercise at Immediate Response 25 near Petrochori, Greece, June 4, 2025. Speaking at the start of video is U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Levon Cumpton, the chief of staff and deputy commanding general for Army National Guard at U.S. Army Europe and Africa. Speaking second and at 00:04 of video is Maria DG Olson, Charge D' Affairs and acting United States Ambassador to Greece. Demonstrating global deterrence and the U.S. Army’s ability to rapidly deploy U.S.-based combat power in Europe and the Arctic region alongside Allies and partners, DEFENDER 25 brings U.S. troops together with forces from 29 Allied and partner nations to build readiness through large-scale combat training from May 11-June 24, 2025. DEFENDER 25 increases the lethality of the NATO alliance through large-scale tactical training maneuvers and long-range fires, builds unit readiness in a complex joint, multinational environment and leverages host nation capabilities to increase the U.S. Army’s operational reach. During three large-scale combat training exercises—Swift Response, Immediate Response, and Saber Guardian—Ally and partner forces integrate and expand multi-domain operations capability, demonstrating combined command and control structures and readiness to respond to crisis and conflict. (U.S. Army video by Sgt. 1st Class Christopher Osburn)

Kosovo Security Force 1st Lt. Arelena Shala, executive officer of the Military Intelligence Company, Kosovo Security Force Headquarters, shares her experience during Exercise Laufer, part of Operation Immediate Response, at Josip Jović Barracks, Udbina, Croatia, June 4, 2025. Training alongside allied forces strengthens interoperability and fosters mutual learning among partner nations.

Secretary of State Marco A. Rubio meets with Singaporean Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan at the Department of State.

Vessel Emilia, a 75-foot motor yacht, is caught on fire in Fajardo, Puerto Rico with five people onboard, June 4, 2025. All persons safely evacuated the vessel and were rescued by a Good Samaritan, while local firefighters successfully extinguished the fire. Coast Guard Sector San Juan marine investigators and Incident Management Division personnel are investigating and responding to the incident. (Courtesy Video)

This video was created to document the camera of U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Sara Medina, a combat photographer who served with Marine Corps Installations Pacific on Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, June 5, 2025. Medina and Lance Cpl. Jacob Hug, a combat videographer, were both on board a UH-1Y Venom helicopter with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 469 that crashed during Operation Sahayogi Haat after a 7.8 magnitude earthquake hit Nepal on May 12, 2015. Medina’s camera was recovered shortly after the crash. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Vincent Pham Lance Cpl. Maksim Masloboev)

U.S. Army paratroopers assigned to 173rd Airborne Brigade pay their respects at the C-47 Memorial Garden in Picauville, France, June 4, 2025. The memorial honors 20 American soldiers—16 of them paratroopers from Charlie Company, 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division—who were killed when their C-47 aircraft was shot down on D-Day, June 6, 1944. The site, shaped like a Douglas C-47 Skytrain and lined with tulip trees representing each fallen soldier, serves as a solemn reminder of the cost of freedom. The 173rd Airborne Brigade is the U.S. Army's Contingency Response Force in Europe, providing rapidly deployable forces to the United States European, African, and Central Command areas of responsibility. Forward stationed in Italy and Germany, the brigade routinely trains alongside NATO allies and partners to build readiness and strengthen the alliance. (U.S. Army video by Sgt. C Jay Spence)

U.S. Marines with 9th Communication Battalion, I Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, conduct a battalion change of command ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, June 4, 2025. The ceremony represents the official passing of authority from the outgoing commander, Lt. Col. Robert A. Doss III, to the oncoming commander, Lt. Col. Raymond N. Takor. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Manuel Rivera)

U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to the 75th Ranger Regiment, 173rd Airborne Brigade, and 101st Airborne Division stand in formation during the Cabbage Patch Ceremony in Carentan, France, June 4, 2025. The annual World War II commemoration honors the paratroopers of the 101st Airborne Division who fought German forces in the cabbage fields surrounding the town during the Battle of Normandy. Following the ceremony, soldiers participated in a parade to the Signal Monument, one of ten identical memorials erected at key Allied landing sites across Normandy. The 173rd Airborne Brigade is the U.S. Army’s Contingency Response Force in Europe, providing rapidly deployable forces to the U.S. European, African, and Central Command areas of responsibility. Forward deployed across Italy and Germany, the brigade routinely trains alongside NATO allies and partners to build readiness and strengthen the alliance. (U.S. Army video by Sgt. Mariah Gonzalez)

U.S. Soldiers participate in the opening ceremony for the international live-fire exercise portion of Balkan Sentinel alongside Italian, Romanian, and Bulgarian forces at Korent Training Area, Bulgaria, June 4, 2025. The Bulgarian national exercise, Balkan Sentinel, will be linked to Immediate Response 25 and consists of a battalion from U.S. Army 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division, one Forward Land Forces (FLF) multinational battlegroup and the Bulgarian Land Force Command conducting a battalion-level live-fire exercise at Novo Selo TA and Koren TA. The FLF is one of eight battlegroups contributing to NATO’s forward presence and is hosted by Bulgaria, with Italy being the framework nation. (U.S. Army Video by Spc. Kyle Kimble)

U.S. Navy veteran Mr. Thurman “Doc” Mullins, who served as a corpsman with 1st Marine Division during the Vietnam War participates in an interview reflecting on his time in service and celebrates the Marine Corps' 250th Birthday at the World War II Memorial, Bicentennial Park, Nashville, Tennessee, June 4, 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 Sgt. Madison Santamaria)

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Ford Higgins, the platoon commander for the Silent Drill Platoon, Marine Barracks Washington, participates in an interview discussing the importance of the Silent Drill Platoon, performing during Marine Week Nashville and throughout the Marine Corps' 250th birthday season at Bicentennial Park, Nashville, Tennessee, June 4, 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 Sgt. Madison Santamaria)

U.S. Marines with Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force-250 participate in a wreath laying and cake cutting ceremony featuring a silent drill performance at the Bicentennial Park, Nashville, Tennessee, June 4, 2025. These public ceremonial displays commemorated the Marine Corps' past, present, and future during Marine Week Nashville 2025, honoring 250 years of committed service to the American people. 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. Madison Santamaria)

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Alexander Garay, a security forces journeyman assigned to the 156th Security Operations Squadron, Puerto Rico Air National Guard, imparts a radio communication class to Airmen with the 156th CRG, PRANG, and the 182nd Airlift Wing, Illinois Air National Guard, during exercise Sentry North at Alpena Combat Readiness Training Center, Michigan, June 3, 2025. Sentry North 2025 focused on operating in a contested environment with adversary aircraft, electronic jamming, and simulated surface-to-air threats, providing a premier joint training opportunity to ensure participating units are combat-ready and interoperable in operationally limited environments. (U.S. Air National Guard video by 1st Lt. Eliezer Soto)

The U.S. Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon, Marine Barracks Washington, performs at Lebanon High School in Lebanon, Tennessee, June 3, 2025. The Silent Drill Platoon performed and interacted with veterans, future Marines and residents to foster goodwill and strengthen community relations. 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. Madison Santamaria)

A 302d Airlift Wing crew flew a C-130H Hercules aircraft over the Colorado Rocky Mountains June 3, 2025. Crews routinely conduct training flights to maintain proficiency and overall readiness. (U.S. Air Force video by Tech. Sgt. Justin Norton)

U.S. Marines attend the Nashville VA Medical Center as part of Marine Week Nashville 2025 in Nashville, Tennessee, June 3, 2025. Founded on November 10, 1775, the United States Marine Corps has served our nation honorably in every clime and place for 250 years. 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. (Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Elisa Ruiz)

MIAMI (June 3, 2025) Admiral Alvin Holsey Commander of U.S. Southern Command tours the USNS Comfort June 3, 2025. Comfort is deployed to the U.S. 4th Fleet in support of Continuing Promise 2025, a humanitarian assistance and goodwill mission conducting direct medical care and subject matter expert exchanges with six partner nations in the Caribbean, Central and South America. (U.S. Air Force Video by Senior Airman Christopher Bermudez)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Elizabeth Marino, a vocalist with the 2nd Marine Air Wing Band, participates in an interview discussing the Marines' 250th birthday, Marine Week Nashville and why she joined the Marine Corps at Lebanon High School, Lebanon, Tennessee, June 3, 2025. Founded on November 10, 1775, the United States Marine Corps has served our nation honorably in every clime and place for 250 years. 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. Madison Santamaria)