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A U.S. Marine Corps UH-1Y Venom assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 365 (Reinforced), Littoral Combat Force-24, prepares to land during an aerial damage assessment flight, at Simón Bolívar International Airport, Caracas, Venezuela, June 28, 2026. At the direction of U.S. Southern Command, assigned U.S. military forces are supporting Department of State-led U.S. disaster assistance to the people of Venezuela in the aftermath of the June 24, 2026, earthquakes. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

A U.S. Marine Corps UH-1Y Venom assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 365 (Reinforced), Littoral Combat Force-24, prepares to land during an aerial damage assessment flight, at Simón Bolívar International Airport, Caracas, Venezuela, June 28, 2026. At the direction of U.S. Southern Command, assigned U.S. military forces are supporting Department of State-led U.S. disaster assistance to the people of Venezuela in the aftermath of the June 24, 2026, earthquakes. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

Photo by Sgt. Daniel Childs

A U.S. Marine with Maritime Raid Force, Littoral Combat Force-24, watches a UH-1Y Venom with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 365 (Reinforced), LCF-24, depart the landing zone in La Guaira, Venezuela, June 27, 2026. At the direction of U.S. Southern Command, assigned U.S. military forces are supporting Department of State-led U.S. disaster assistance to the people of Venezuela in the aftermath of the June 24, 2026, earthquakes. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

A U.S. Marine with Maritime Raid Force, Littoral Combat Force-24, watches a UH-1Y Venom with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 365 (Reinforced), LCF-24, depart the landing zone in La Guaira, Venezuela, June 27, 2026. At the direction of U.S. Southern Command, assigned U.S. military forces are supporting Department of State-led U.S. disaster assistance to the people of Venezuela in the aftermath of the June 24, 2026, earthquakes. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

Photo by Cpl. Daniel Garcia

A U.S. Marine with 2nd Force Reconnaissance Company, 2nd Reconnaissance Battalion, 2nd Marine Division, assaults an objective during exercise Baltic Operations 2026 in Saaremaa, Estonia, June 16, 2026. BALTOPS 2026 is a major annual multinational naval exercise in the Baltic Sea and is led by the U.S. Sixth Fleet, it aims to enhance interoperability among NATO allies and partners. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Hunter J. Kuester)

A U.S. Marine with 2nd Force Reconnaissance Company, 2nd Reconnaissance Battalion, 2nd Marine Division, assaults an objective during exercise Baltic Operations 2026 in Saaremaa, Estonia, June 16, 2026. BALTOPS 2026 is a major annual multinational naval exercise in the Baltic Sea and is led by the U.S. Sixth Fleet, it aims to enhance interoperability among NATO allies and partners. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Hunter J. Kuester)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Hunter Kuester

U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 8, Littoral Combat Force 24, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, embark a KC-130J Super Hercules with Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 252, Marine Aircraft Group 14, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, June 27, 2026. At the direction of U.S. Southern Command, assigned U.S. military forces are supporting Department of State-led U.S. disaster assistance to the people of Venezuela in the aftermath of the June 24, 2026, earthquakes. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Maximiliano Rosas)

U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 8, Littoral Combat Force 24, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, embark a KC-130J Super Hercules with Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 252, Marine Aircraft Group 14, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, June 27, 2026. At the direction of U.S. Southern Command, assigned U.S. military forces are supporting Department of State-led U.S. disaster assistance to the people of Venezuela in the aftermath of the June 24, 2026, earthquakes. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Maximiliano Rosas)

Photo by Staff Sgt. Maximiliano Rosas

U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 24, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, prepare for a demolition range demonstration during exercise Baltic Operations 26 in Skrunda, Latvia, June 16, 2026. BALTOPS 2026, the premier maritime-focused exercise in the Baltic Region, provides a unique training opportunity to strengthen combined response capabilities critical to preserving freedom of navigation and security in the Baltic Sea. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brady V. Hathaway)

U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 24, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, prepare for a demolition range demonstration during exercise Baltic Operations 26 in Skrunda, Latvia, June 16, 2026. BALTOPS 2026, the premier maritime-focused exercise in the Baltic Region, provides a unique training opportunity to strengthen combined response capabilities critical to preserving freedom of navigation and security in the Baltic Sea. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brady V. Hathaway)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Brady Hathaway

U.S. service members and local authorities pose for a group photo during a wreath-laying ceremony as part of SAIL250 in Baltimore, Maryland, June 26, 2026. SAIL250 Maryland and Airshow Baltimore celebrate America’s maritime heritage and the nation’s 250th anniversary by bringing together U.S. and international ships, Marines, Sailors, and community partners throughout Baltimore’s waterfront.  (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Michael Robinson)

U.S. service members and local authorities pose for a group photo during a wreath-laying ceremony as part of SAIL250 in Baltimore, Maryland, June 26, 2026. SAIL250 Maryland and Airshow Baltimore celebrate America’s maritime heritage and the nation’s 250th anniversary by bringing together U.S. and international ships, Marines, Sailors, and community partners throughout Baltimore’s waterfront.  (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Michael Robinson)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Michael Robinson

A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 365 (Reinforced), Littoral Combat Force-24, lands aboard San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock USS Fort Lauderdale (LPD 28) during deck landing qualifications while underway in the Caribbean Sea, June 9, 2026. U.S. military forces are deployed to the U.S. Southern Command area of responsibility in support of Operation SOUTHERN SPEAR, Department of War-directed operations, and the president’s priorities to disrupt illicit drug trafficking, deter malign actors and protect the homeland through continuous presence. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 365 (Reinforced), Littoral Combat Force-24, lands aboard San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock USS Fort Lauderdale (LPD 28) during deck landing qualifications while underway in the Caribbean Sea, June 9, 2026. U.S. military forces are deployed to the U.S. Southern Command area of responsibility in support of Operation SOUTHERN SPEAR, Department of War-directed operations, and the president’s priorities to disrupt illicit drug trafficking, deter malign actors and protect the homeland through continuous presence. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

Photo by Sgt. Daniel Childs

A U.S. Navy Corpsman with the Littoral Combat Force-24, center left, gives a tactical combat casualty care class aboard the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock USS Fort Lauderdale (LPD 28) while underway in the Caribbean Sea, May 19, 2026. U.S. military forces are deployed to the U.S. Southern Command area of responsibility in support of Operation SOUHTERN SPEAR, Department of War-directed operations, and the president’s priorities to disrupt illicit drug trafficking, deter malign actors and protect the homeland through continuous presence. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

(This photo was altered using Adobe Photoshop to blur names for operational security)

A U.S. Navy Corpsman with the Littoral Combat Force-24, center left, gives a tactical combat casualty care class aboard the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock USS Fort Lauderdale (LPD 28) while underway in the Caribbean Sea, May 19, 2026. U.S. military forces are deployed to the U.S. Southern Command area of responsibility in support of Operation SOUHTERN SPEAR, Department of War-directed operations, and the president’s priorities to disrupt illicit drug trafficking, deter malign actors and protect the homeland through continuous presence. (U.S. Marine Corps photo) (This photo was altered using Adobe Photoshop to blur names for operational security)

Photo by Sgt. Daniel Childs

U.S. Marines with 2nd Low Altitude Air Defense Battalion, Marine Air Control Group 28, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, take part in a change of command ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, June 24, 2026. The ceremony signified the transfer of authority, accountability and leadership from Lt. Col. Leonard J. Niedosik, from North Carolina, the off-going commanding officer of 2nd LAAD, to Lt. Col. Justin R. McCann, from Arkansas, the incoming commanding officer. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Keani Guthmueller)

U.S. Marines with 2nd Low Altitude Air Defense Battalion, Marine Air Control Group 28, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, take part in a change of command ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, June 24, 2026. The ceremony signified the transfer of authority, accountability and leadership from Lt. Col. Leonard J. Niedosik, from North Carolina, the off-going commanding officer of 2nd LAAD, to Lt. Col. Justin R. McCann, from Arkansas, the incoming commanding officer. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Keani Guthmueller)

Photo by Pfc. Keani Guthmueller

U.S. Marines with the Combat Logistics Battalion 26 color guard display the national and battalion colors during a change of command ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 12, 2026. The change of command ceremony is a time-honored tradition which formally signifies the transfer of command and entails the total accountability, authority and responsibility from one individual to another. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Rafael Brambila-Pelayo)

U.S. Marines with the Combat Logistics Battalion 26 color guard display the national and battalion colors during a change of command ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 12, 2026. The change of command ceremony is a time-honored tradition which formally signifies the transfer of command and entails the total accountability, authority and responsibility from one individual to another. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Rafael Brambila-Pelayo)

Photo by Sgt. Rafael BrambilaPelayo

U.S. Marine Corps Maritime Raid Force with Littoral Combat Force-24, prepare to board an UH-1Y Venom with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 365 (Reinforced), LCF-24, on Aeropuerto Internacional Simon Bolivar de Maiquetia, Venezuela, June 27, 2026. At the direction of U.S. Southern Command, assigned U.S. military forces are supporting Department of State-led U.S. disaster assistance to the people of Venezuela in the aftermath of the June 24, 2026, earthquakes. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

U.S. Marine Corps Maritime Raid Force with Littoral Combat Force-24, prepare to board an UH-1Y Venom with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 365 (Reinforced), LCF-24, on Aeropuerto Internacional Simon Bolivar de Maiquetia, Venezuela, June 27, 2026. At the direction of U.S. Southern Command, assigned U.S. military forces are supporting Department of State-led U.S. disaster assistance to the people of Venezuela in the aftermath of the June 24, 2026, earthquakes. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Kevin Rivas

U.S. Marines with Littoral Combat Force-24, and U.S. Sailors with San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock USS Fort Lauderdale (LPD 28), offload disaster assistance supplies from a Landing Craft, Utility at La Guaira port, Venezuela, June 27, 2026. At the direction of U.S. Southern Command, assigned U.S. military forces are supporting Department of State-led U.S. disaster assistance to the people of Venezuela in the aftermath of the June 24, 2026, earthquakes. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

U.S. Marines with Littoral Combat Force-24, and U.S. Sailors with San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock USS Fort Lauderdale (LPD 28), offload disaster assistance supplies from a Landing Craft, Utility at La Guaira port, Venezuela, June 27, 2026. At the direction of U.S. Southern Command, assigned U.S. military forces are supporting Department of State-led U.S. disaster assistance to the people of Venezuela in the aftermath of the June 24, 2026, earthquakes. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

Photo by Sgt. Daniel Childs

U.S. Marines with II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, salute during the II MIG Change of Command ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 25, 2026. The change of command ceremony symbolizes the passing of authority and responsibility from the offgoing to the oncoming commanding officer.
(U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Aegean DeVaughn-Wilson)

U.S. Marines with II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, salute during the II MIG Change of Command ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 25, 2026. The change of command ceremony symbolizes the passing of authority and responsibility from the offgoing to the oncoming commanding officer. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Aegean DeVaughn-Wilson)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Aegean DeVaughn-Wilson

U.S. Marines with Marine Air Control Squadron (MACS) 2, Marine Air Control Group 28, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, conduct a pass and review during a change of command ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, June 17, 2026. The ceremony signified the transfer of authority, accountability and leadership from Lt. Col. Nathaniel G. Miller, from Indiana, the off-going commanding officer of MACS-2, to Lt. Col. James J. Wuestman, from New York, the incoming commanding officer. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Keani Guthmueller)

U.S. Marines with Marine Air Control Squadron (MACS) 2, Marine Air Control Group 28, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, conduct a pass and review during a change of command ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, June 17, 2026. The ceremony signified the transfer of authority, accountability and leadership from Lt. Col. Nathaniel G. Miller, from Indiana, the off-going commanding officer of MACS-2, to Lt. Col. James J. Wuestman, from New York, the incoming commanding officer. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Keani Guthmueller)

Photo by Pfc. Keani Guthmueller

U.S. Marines and Sailors with Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force Sail 250, man the rails aboard the USS Arlington (LPD-24) as part of SAIL250 in Baltimore, Maryland, June 24, 2026.  Fleet Week Baltimore and SAIL250 Maryland celebrate America’s maritime heritage and the nation’s 250th anniversary by bringing together U.S. and international ships, Marines, Sailors, and community partners throughout Baltimore’s waterfront. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Michael Robinson)

U.S. Marines and Sailors with Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force Sail 250, man the rails aboard the USS Arlington (LPD-24) as part of SAIL250 in Baltimore, Maryland, June 24, 2026.  Fleet Week Baltimore and SAIL250 Maryland celebrate America’s maritime heritage and the nation’s 250th anniversary by bringing together U.S. and international ships, Marines, Sailors, and community partners throughout Baltimore’s waterfront. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Michael Robinson)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Michael Robinson

U.S. Marine Corps Pfc. Malachi Owusu, a graphic design specialist with 2nd Marine Division Communication Strategy and Operations, provides security during a simulated raid as part of the II Marine Expeditionary Force COMMSTRAT Exercise 2025 at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, May 22, 2025. II MEF COMMSTRAT held the exercise to validate established standards, sustain productivity, and enhance cross-functional collaboration among COMMSTRAT units in the II MEF area of operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. John Allen)

U.S. Marine Corps Pfc. Malachi Owusu, a graphic design specialist with 2nd Marine Division Communication Strategy and Operations, provides security during a simulated raid as part of the II Marine Expeditionary Force COMMSTRAT Exercise 2025 at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, May 22, 2025. II MEF COMMSTRAT held the exercise to validate established standards, sustain productivity, and enhance cross-functional collaboration among COMMSTRAT units in the II MEF area of operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. John Allen)

Photo by Lance Cpl. John Allen

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Brian Hampton, from Illinois, the incoming commanding officer of Marine Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Training Squadron (VMUT) 2, Marine Aircraft Group 14, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, speaks during a change of command ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, June 17, 2026. The ceremony represented the transfer of authority, accountability and leadership from Lt. Col. Jonathan Boersma, from Illinois, the outgoing commanding officer, to Hampton. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacsive Betancourt)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Brian Hampton, from Illinois, the incoming commanding officer of Marine Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Training Squadron (VMUT) 2, Marine Aircraft Group 14, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, speaks during a change of command ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, June 17, 2026. The ceremony represented the transfer of authority, accountability and leadership from Lt. Col. Jonathan Boersma, from Illinois, the outgoing commanding officer, to Hampton. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacsive Betancourt)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jacsive Betancourt-Na

U.S. Marine Corps Pfc. Ethan Emigh, an infantry machine gunner with 1st Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, pulls the charging handle of an M240B medium machine gun during a company live-fire range as part of Fleet Exercise 250 (FLEETEX) on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 19, 2026. FLEETEX 250 represents the United States’ commitment to layer defense of the homeland through forward-deployed forces and reinforces interoperability with allies and partners through collective maritime security. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Channah Chilton)

U.S. Marine Corps Pfc. Ethan Emigh, an infantry machine gunner with 1st Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, pulls the charging handle of an M240B medium machine gun during a company live-fire range as part of Fleet Exercise 250 (FLEETEX) on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 19, 2026. FLEETEX 250 represents the United States’ commitment to layer defense of the homeland through forward-deployed forces and reinforces interoperability with allies and partners through collective maritime security. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Channah Chilton)

Photo by Cpl. Channah Chilton

An expedient concrete blast is charged during exercise Baltic Operations 26 in Skrunda, Latvia, June 6, 2026. BALTOPS 2026, the premiere maritime-focused exercise in the Baltic Region, provides a unique training opportunity to strengthen combined response capabilities critical to preserving freedom of navigation and security in the Baltic Sea. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brady Hathaway)

An expedient concrete blast is charged during exercise Baltic Operations 26 in Skrunda, Latvia, June 6, 2026. BALTOPS 2026, the premiere maritime-focused exercise in the Baltic Region, provides a unique training opportunity to strengthen combined response capabilities critical to preserving freedom of navigation and security in the Baltic Sea. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brady Hathaway)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Brady Hathaway

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Zachary Arnett, center left, a combat engineer with Combat Logistics Battalion 24, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, prepares Marines to sweep for improvised explosive devices during exercise Baltic Operations 26 in Ventspils, Latvia, June 12, 2026. BALTOPS 2026, the premiere maritime-focused exercise in the Baltic Region, provides a unique training opportunity to strengthen combined response capabilities critical to preserving freedom of navigation and security in the Baltic Sea. Arnett is a native of Colorado. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brady Hathaway)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Zachary Arnett, center left, a combat engineer with Combat Logistics Battalion 24, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, prepares Marines to sweep for improvised explosive devices during exercise Baltic Operations 26 in Ventspils, Latvia, June 12, 2026. BALTOPS 2026, the premiere maritime-focused exercise in the Baltic Region, provides a unique training opportunity to strengthen combined response capabilities critical to preserving freedom of navigation and security in the Baltic Sea. Arnett is a native of Colorado. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brady Hathaway)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Brady Hathaway

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