JULY 8, 2025 – The Mercy-class hospital ship USNS Comfort (T-AH 20) arrived in Manta, Ecuador for the third mission stop of Continuing Promise 2025 (CP 25), July 4, 2025. “We look forward to building upon our relationship with Ecuador through medical care and exchanges, community relations events, and experiencing the vibrant culture of Manta,” said Capt. Ryan Kendall, … [Read more...]
Space Force Unveils International Partnership Strategy
JULY 8, 2025 - The U.S. Space Force released its inaugural International Partnership Strategy July 8, outlining a comprehensive vision for deepening collaboration with allies and partners to ensure a secure, stable and sustainable space domain. The strategy emphasizes the criticality of international cooperation in an increasingly complex and contested space environment. … [Read more...]
Air Force Kicks Off Exercise in Pacific
JULY 8, 2025 - The Department of the Air Force launched its Pacific-focused first-in-a-generation Department-Level Exercise (DLE) series today in multiple locations across the United States and Indo-Pacific areas of responsibility. This DLE is scheduled to feature 12,000 U.S. Air and Space Force personnel, more than 350 bomber, fighter, cargo and refueling aircraft, and … [Read more...]
Coast Guard Barque Eagle to Visit Seattle
JULY 8, 2025 — U.S. Coast Guard Barque Eagle (WIX 327) will visit Seattle for the first time since 2008 and be open to visitors on July 9 and 10. Eagle will be moored at Pier 66 and will offer free public tours the following dates and times: Wednesday, July 9 (1 – 4 p.m.) Thursday, July 10 (10:30 a.m. – 7 p.m.) No tickets are required and tours are free of … [Read more...]
U.S., Thailand Navies Reunite
U.S. Navy and Royal Thai Navy leaders salute a formation of U.S. and Thai service members during the opening ceremony of exercise Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) at Sattahip Naval Base, Thailand, July 7, 2025. The 31st iteration of CARAT, a multinational exercise series, is designed to enhance the U.S. and partner navies' abilities to operate together in … [Read more...]