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 AB Shannon Dye shares a greeting message.

U.S. Air Force AB Shannon Dye shares a greeting message.

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

B-ROLL: Air demonstration and static aircraft displays during National Security Forum and Gathering of Eagles Week Members of the public and distinguished visitors view static aircraft displays and watch an air demonstration on the flight line during National Security Forum and Gathering of Eagles Week at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama, May 6, 2026. The event provided attendees an opportunity to interact with aircrew members, explore aircraft displays and observe Air Force capabilities firsthand. (U.S. Air Force video by Staff Sgt. Mikayla Cardona) Shot List: 1. Various static aircraft displays on the flight line 2. Attendees walking among aircraft displays 3. Attendees interacting with aircraft and aircrew 4. Wide shots of spectators seated in bleachers 5. Spectators watching air demonstration 6. Various aircraft performing aerial maneuvers 7. Crowd reactions during air demonstration 8. Wide shots of flight line activity 9. Attendees viewing aircraft displays 10. Closing wide shots of aircraft and spectators

Sgt. 1st Class Johnny Vargas, @VivaLaVargas, shares with others on why it's so important to donate to Army Emergency Relief. AER was established in 1942 to help Soldiers, retired Soldiers and their families through short-term, financial hardships. It is the U.S. Army's Official nonprofit and since it does not receive federal funding, operates solely on the generosity of donors. If you wish to donate, go to: www.ArmyEmergencyRelief.org/donate If you, or someone you know, needs assistance through AER and quality, go to: www.ArmyEmergencyRelief.org/assistance

On D-Day, June 6, 1944, soldiers of the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) jumped and landed by glider into Normandy ahead of the beach landings, moving behind German lines near Utah Beach to help make the Allied invasion possible. Eighty-two years after D-Day, Screaming Eagles returned to Normandy to honor the legacy of the Soldiers who jumped and landed by glider behind German lines near Utah Beach on June 6, 1944, helping make the Allied invasion possible. For Staff Sgt. Calvin Pannemann, Sgt. David Metzler and Spc. Benito Johnson, the visit was deeply personal. Pannemann reflected on his grandfather, Raymond Pannemann, who served in World War II with the 3rd Infantry Division and later learned he served under Audie Murphy. Metzler honored his great-grandfather, Jack Callow, who served in the U.S. Navy aboard USS Currituck in the Pacific. Johnson remembered his grandfather, Marine Purple Heart recipient Francis McGuire, whose service and sacrifice continue to shape how he views the World War II generation. Standing on the hallowed ground of Normandy, the soldiers said the anniversary was a powerful reminder that D-Day is not only history, but a legacy carried forward by today’s soldiers. (U.S. Army video by Capt. Jennifer French)

On D-Day, June 6, 1944, soldiers of the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) jumped and landed by glider into Normandy ahead of the beach landings, moving behind German lines near Utah Beach to help make the Allied invasion possible. Eighty-two years later, Screaming Eagles returned to Normandy to honor the service and sacrifice of those who fought there and to carry their legacy forward. Eighty-two years after D-Day, Screaming Eagles returned to Normandy to honor the legacy of the soldiers who jumped and landed by glider behind German lines near Utah Beach on June 6, 1944, helping make the Allied invasion possible. For Staff Sgt. Calvin Pannemann, Sgt. David Metzler and Spc. Benito Johnson, the visit was deeply personal. Pannemann reflected on his grandfather, Raymond Pannemann, who served in World War II with the 3rd Infantry Division and later learned he served under Audie Murphy. Metzler honored his great-grandfather, Jack Callow, who served in the U.S. Navy aboard USS Currituck in the Pacific. Johnson remembered his grandfather, Marine Purple Heart recipient Francis McGuire, whose service and sacrifice continue to shape how he views the World War II generation. (U.S. Army video by Capt. Jennifer French)

Service members and civilian chefs compete at the seafood cookoff hosted by Sail250 New Orleans, May 31, 2026. More than 2,000 Sailors, Marines, Coast Guardsmen and international partners engage with the people of New Orleans during the inaugural Sail 250 event, showcasing the professionalism, maritime heritage and warfighting readiness of America's sea services while celebrating 250 years of Navy and Marine Corps service as part of the nation's freedom 250 commemoration. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Orion Stpierre)

U.S. service members perform evening colors commemorating Sail 250 New Orleans at the Veterans Affairs Hospital, May 31, 2026. Held in partnership with Freedom 250, the inaugural Sail 250 New Orleans commemorates the 250-year legacy of America while showcasing its sea service’s cutting-edge technology and the unwavering dedication of our warfighters. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Breysson Villacortacampos)

U.S. Marines hold a wreath laying ceremony during Sail 250 New Orleans, Southeast Louisiana Veterans Ceremony in Slidell, Louisiana, May 30, 2026. The tribute served to commemorate Marines who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our nation. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Kanoa Thomas)

U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) fly on a C-130J Hercules from Fort Campbell, Kentucky, to Normandy, France, May 30, 2026, ahead of the 82nd anniversary of D-Day. On June 6, 1944, U.S. forces and Allied partners participated in the largest multinational amphibious landing and operational military airdrop in history. The assault led to the liberation of France from Nazi Germany and contributed to the eventual defeat of the Nazis. By the end of the D-Day invasion, more than 9,000 Allied troops were killed or wounded. (U.S. Army video by Capt. Jennifer French)

On May 30, 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. Three male narco-terrorists were killed during this action. No U.S. military forces were harmed.

Soldiers assigned to Company B, 148th Brigade Support Battalion, 48th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, Georgia Army National Guard, conduct M240B machine gun range operations during annual training at Fort Stewart, Georgia, May 30, 2026. Through realistic weapons familiarization and live-fire training, Soldiers strengthen technical proficiency, reinforce warfighting fundamentals and improve overall readiness across the formation. (U.S. Army National Guard video by Staff Sgt. Rydell Tomas Jr)

U.S. Army 1st Lt. Bryan Morton, platoon leader assigned to Company B, 148th Brigade Support Battalion, 48th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, Georgia Army National Guard, discusses the importance of M240B machine gun familiarization during annual training at Fort Stewart, Georgia, May 30, 2026. Familiarization with crew-served weapon systems strengthens Soldier confidence, improves weapons proficiency and supports the brigade’s commitment to building ready and capable formations through realistic training. (U.S. Army National Guard video by Staff Sgt. Rydell Tomas Jr)

U.S. Marines and poolees participate in a physical training event during Sail 250 at Audubon Park, New Orleans, May 30, 2026. Held in partnership with Freedom 250, the inaugural Sail 250 New Orleans commemorates the 250-year legacy of America while showcasing its sea service's cutting-edge technology and the unwavering dedication of our warfighters. (U.S. Marne Corps video by Sgt. Aaron TorresLemus)

Soldiers assigned to the 3rd Battalion, 126th Infantry Regiment, Michigan National Guard, conduct cold load training aboard UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters at Camp Grayling, Michigan, May 30, 2026. The soldiers performed the training in preparation for an upcoming unit exercise, Operation Iron Bessemer, during annual training. Annual training is the two-week yearly training period conducted by all National Guard members to ensure mission-readiness by improving the skill level of Soldiers and Airmen with military duties. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by SFC Daniel Garas)

A fireworks show is held over the Mississippi River in celebration of Sail 250 New Orleans, May 30, 2026.  Held in partnership with Freedom 250, the inaugural Sail 250 New Orleans commemorates the 250-year legacy of America while showcasing its sea service’s cutting-edge technology and the unwavering dedication of our warfighters. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Kanoa Thomas and Cpl. Carlina Holland)

Foreign and U.S. service members attend a reception held aboard the USS Kearsarge (LHD-3) celebrating Sail 250 New Orleans near the Julia Street Cruise Terminal, May 30, 2026. Held in partnership with Freedom 250, the inaugural Sail 250 New Orleans commemorates the 250-year legacy of America while showcasing its sea service’s cutting-edge technology and the unwavering dedication of our warfighters. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Breysson Villacortacampos)

Service dogs join foreign and U.S. service members in a USO Dogs and Paws event during a Sail 250 New Orleans event near Julia Street Cruise Terminal, May 30, 2026. Held in partnership with Freedom 250, the inaugural Sail 250 New Orleans commemorates the 250-year legacy of America while showcasing its sea service’s cutting-edge technology and the unwavering dedication of our warfighters. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Breysson Villacortacampos)

U.S. Marines with the Marine Forces Reserve Band perform at The National WWII Museum during Sail 250 New Orleans, May 30, 2026. U.s Marines, Sailors and international partners engage with the people of New Orleans during the inaugural Sail 250 event, showcasing the professionalism, maritime heritage and warfighting readiness of America’s sea services while celebrating 250 years of Navy and Marine Corps service as part of the nation's Freedom 250 commemoration. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Allan Rodriguez-Rivera)

U.S. Service Members and Panamanian partners, come together for Tour Firmeza: del West, at Panama, La Chorrera, May 30, 2026. Tour Firmeza is an event held by Panama security partners such as Policia Nacional de Panamá, Servicio Nacional Aeronaval, and Servicio Nacional de Fronteras to increase public support and interact with the Panamanian public. (U.S. Army video by Pfc. Carolyn Dodge)

As this video footage of aircraft lasering incidents demonstrates, shining a laser at an aircraft can significantly impair a pilot’s field of vision and presents a danger to those in the aircraft and on the ground. Federal law treats aircraft lasering as a serious criminal offense. Knowingly aiming a laser pointer beam at an aircraft or its flight path is a federal felony punishable by a term of imprisonment of up to five years. Where the aircraft is federally operated, lasering the aircraft can also constitute assault on a federal officer. Individuals who aid and abet such conduct, or even those who act as accessories after the fact, may also face federal prosecution.

Sailors conduct various maintenance and transport equipment on the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) in the Atlantic Ocean, May 29, 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)

U.S. Marines assigned to Battalion Landing Team 2/4, 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit, conduct a Tactical Recovery of Aircraft and Personnel training during Realistic Urban Training at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, May 29, 2026. RUT is a critical pre-deployment exercise that allows the 13th MEU to integrate its command, air, ground and logistics elements, ensuring the force is prepared to respond rapidly and effectively to crises in unfamiliar, urban environments. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Fernando Cruz Martinez)

U.S. Marines and Sailors participate in a physical training event at Caesars Superdome during Sail 250 New Orleans, May 29, 2026. More than 2,000 Sailors, Marines, Coast Guardsmen and international partners engage with the people of New Orleans during the inaugural Sail 250 event, showcasing the professionalism, maritime heritage and warfighting readiness of America’s sea services while celebrating 250 years of Navy and Marine Corps service as part of the nation's Freedom 250 commemoration. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Aaron TorresLemus)

U.S. and international service members attend a Sail 250 reception event at Gallier Hall in New Orleans, May 28, 2026. More than 2,000 Sailors, Marines, Coast Guardsmen and international partners engage with the people of New Orleans during the inaugural Sail 250 event, showcasing the professionalism, maritime heritage and warfighting readiness of America’s sea services while celebrating 250 years of Navy and Marine Corps service as part of the nation's Freedom 250 commemoration. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Owen Long)

On May 29, 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. Three male narco-terrorists were killed during this action. No U.S. military forces were harmed. SOUTHCOM is unwavering in its commitment to applying total systemic friction on the cartels.

U.S. Soldiers of the 1440th Firefighting Tactical Group conducts a modified Combat Water Survival Training (CWST) on Camp Grayling, Mich., May 29, 2026. The CWST is prerequisite training which will be expanded on in future training. (U.S. Army video by Sgt. Jeffrey Cross)