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Ships from the U.S., Japan and Republic of Korea conduct a trilateral ballistic missile defense exercise in the Sea of Japan, Feb. 22. The ships included guided-missile destroyer USS Barry (DDG 52), Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force destroyer JS Atago (DDG 177) and Republic of Korea Navy destroyer ROKS Sejong the Great (DDG 991) who demonstrated the strength of the trilateral relationship and the interoperability of U.S., Japanese and ROK collective forces.

Feb. 22, 2023

U.S., Japan, Republic of Korea Conduct Trilateral Ballistic Missile Defense Exercise

The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, USS Barry (DDG 52) conducted a trilateral ballistic missile defense exercise in the Sea of Japan Feb. 22, alongside Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force Atago-class guided missile destroyer JS Atago (DDG 177), and Republic of Korea Navy destroyer ROKS Sejong the Great (DDG 991).This exercise enhances

Feb. 21, 2023

U.S. B-1B Lancers travel to India in support of Aero India 23

ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam — U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancers from the 34th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron supported Aero India 23 with flyovers at Yelahanka Air Force Station, Bengaluru, India, Feb. 13 -17.

two missileers standing outside missile alert facility Lima Zero One

Feb. 16, 2023

Combat Mission Ready initiative tested at Warren AFB

F.E. WARREN AIR FORCE BASE, Wyo. — Maj. Thomas Keim, Air Force Global Strike Command chief of ICBM standardization and evaluation, stood alert at the L-01 missile alert facility near Kimball, Nebraska, Jan. 19, 2023, marking the first time a missileer stationed with AFGSC has pulled alert at one of the missile wings. His alert was the first display of the Combat Mission Ready initiative designed to ensure operators remain proficient in their field, even when stationed away from a missile wing.

Feb. 15, 2023

U.S. military showcases airpower at Aero India 23

BENGALURU, INDIA — The U.S. military is showcasing combat airpower in the skies over Aero India 23 at Air Force Station Yelahanka, India, Feb. 13-17.

photo U.S. Air Force military member wearing combat gear stands near military vehicles

Feb. 13, 2023

Air Force Battle Lab accelerates battle management for PACAF, ABMS CFT and ACC

NELLIS AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. — The 805th Combat Training Squadron, also known as the Shadow Operations Center – Nellis, hosted its second annual ShOC Flag event at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Dec. 5-9. The event’s primary purpose was to analyze decision-making in a U.S. Indo-Pacific Command scenario to gather insights into operational and tactical command and control processes.

Feb. 10, 2023

U.S. Strategic Command JEMSO Leaders Host Technical Interchange Meeting

Offutt Air Force Base, Neb. — Members of U.S. Strategic Command's Advanced Warfare Capabilities Division (J81) for Electromagnetic Spectrum (EMS) Modeling and Simulation (M&S) hosted a Technical Interchange Meeting on Jan, 10-11, bringing together more than 40 M&S specialists from government, academia, and business to chart a course for the future of EMS campaign modeling, simulation, and analysis.

A team of Air Force Global Strike Command Airmen launched an unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile equipped with a test reentry vehicle at 11:01 p.m. Pacific Time Feb. 9 from Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif. This test launch is part of routine and periodic activities intended to demonstrate that the United States' nuclear deterrent is safe, secure, reliable and effective to deter twenty-first century threats and rear allies. (U.S. Space Force photo by Senior Airman Rocio Romo)

Feb. 10, 2023

Minuteman III test launch showcases readiness of U.S. nuclear force's safe, effective deterrent

BARKSDALE AIR FORCE BASE, La. — A team of Air Force Global Strike Command Airmen launched an unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile equipped with a test reentry vehicle at 11:01 p.m. Pacific Time Feb. 9 from Vandenberg Space Force Base, California. This test launch is part of routine and periodic activities intended to demonstrate that the United States’ nuclear deterrent is safe, secure, reliable and effective to deter twenty-first century threats and reassure our allies. Such tests have occurred over 300 times before, and this test is not the result of current world events.

Feb. 9, 2023

U.S. Strategic Command Announces 2022 Omaha Trophy Recipients

Offutt Air Force Base, Neb. — Gen. Anthony Cotton, commander of U.S. Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM), announced the 2022 Omaha Trophy recipients today.

From left, Maj. Gen. Levon Cumpton, Adjutant General of the Missouri National Guard, Chief Master Sgt. Jason R. Henke, 131st Bomb Wing command chief master sergeant, Col. Matthew D. Calhoun, outgoing 131st Bomb Wing commander, and Col. Jared P. Kennish, incoming 131st Bomb Wing commander, stand ready for the passing of the guidon during a change of command ceremony at Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri, Feb. 3, 2023. During the ceremony Col. Jared P. Kennish assumed command of the 131st Bomb Wing from Col. Matthew D. Calhoun. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Airman Kelly C. Ferguson)

Feb. 7, 2023

Whiteman-based National Guard unit gets new commander for Guard’s only B-2 wing

WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Mo. — The National Guard’s only nuclear flying wing welcomed its new commander during a ceremony at Whiteman Air Force Base, Feb. 3, 2023.

Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Shiloh (CG 67) fires a standard missile during a live-fire exercise in the Philippine Sea, Jan. 23. Shiloh is forward-deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations in support of security and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

Feb. 6, 2023

Guided-Missile Cruiser USS Shiloh Concludes 10-Day Surface Warfare Advanced Technical Training (SWATT) in the Philippine Sea

PHILIPPINE SEA — PHILIPPINE SEA - Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Shiloh (CG 67), forward-deployed to Yokosuka, Japan, conducted Surface Warfare Advanced Technical Training (SWATT) exercises in the Philippine Sea from the 14th to the 23rd of January.