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    31st MEU, JGSDF conduct Close Air Support exercise

    WHISKEY 174, OKINAWA, JAPAN

    03.05.2026

    Photo by Lance Cpl. Victor Gurrola 

    31st Marine Expeditionary Unit       

    A U.S. Marine Corps AH-1Z Viper assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 265, Marine Expeditionary Unit, fire ordnance during Iron Fist 26 at range Whiskey 174, off the coast of Okinawa, Japan, March 5, 2026. The bilateral exercise showcased coordinated deployment and training using close-range precision fires enhancing combat readiness and interoperability with allies and partners. The 31st MEU is a persistent, combat credible force operating aboard the ships of the Tripoli Amphibious Ready Group in the U.S. 7th fleet area of operations, routinely interacting and operating with our allies and partners to contribute to deterrence, security, crisis response, and combat operations in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Victor Gurrola)

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    Date Taken: 03.05.2026
    Date Posted: 03.25.2026 08:24
    Photo ID: 9559229
    VIRIN: 260305-M-MH864-1474
    Resolution: 4096x2160
    Size: 1.19 MB
    Location: WHISKEY 174, OKINAWA, JP

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