JULY 6, 2026 — The U.S. Navy announced the official start of the International Naval Review (INR) 250 on July 4th, launching the nation's largest maritime celebration in decades to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States. The massive Parade of Sail kicked off in the early morning, transforming the harbor into a living showcase of global maritime partnerships. … [Read more...]

JULY 6, 2026 - Seven African navies are represented in New York as International Naval Review 250 gets underway, putting African ships, sailors and senior leaders at the center of America’s 250th anniversary maritime celebration—and showing the reach of partnerships that connect security across the Atlantic. Morocco and Senegal are represented in the harbor by the Royal … [Read more...]

JULY 3, 2026 - At the direction of U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) and the Department of War, assigned U.S. military forces are actively supporting Department of State-led disaster assistance to the people of Venezuela following the devastating earthquakes on June 24. The San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock USS Fort Lauderdale (LPD 28) and Freedom-variant littoral … [Read more...]

JULY 2, 2026 – The first-ever Fleet Exercise (FLEETEX) 250 concluded at Naval Station Norfolk June 29, following a series of in-port and underway events involving 32 U.S., allied, and partner ships across 14 nations. Beyond celebrating the nation’s 250th birthday, the conclusion of FLEETEX 250 represents the United States’ unwavering commitment to homeland defense through … [Read more...]

JUNE 30, 2026 - Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division, Keyport, Washington, hosted the first open water test of the Deep Sea Expeditionary with No Decompression suit in Liberty Bay, Washington, June 8-12. The cutting-edge atmospheric diving system is designed to protect divers from the crushing pressure of extreme ocean depths while eliminating the need for decompression. … [Read more...]