A U.S. Naval Special Warfare operator provides rear security on a Philippine vessel as part of visit, board, search and seizure training during Exercise Balikatan 2026, at Subic Bay, Philippines, April 22, 2026. VBSS training ensures U.S. and partner forces can operate together smoothly with the same procedures, communication, and tactics. Balikatan is a longstanding annual exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. military that represents the strength of our alliance, improves our capable combined force, and demonstrates our commitment to regional peace and prosperity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Arnet Tamayo)
| Date Taken: | 04.21.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 04.28.2026 20:07 |
| Photo ID: | 9645247 |
| VIRIN: | 260422-F-KO634-1049 |
| Resolution: | 4942x3288 |
| Size: | 721.78 KB |
| Location: | SUBIC BAY, PH |
| Web Views: | 7 |
| Downloads: | 1 |
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