U.S. Coast Guard Legend-class cutter USC Midgett (WMSL 757), right, Philippine Coast Guard Teresa Magbanua-class patrol vessel BRP Teresa Magbanua (MRRV 9701), left, and Royal Australian Navy Anzac-class frigate HMAS Toowoomba (FFH 156) steam in formation during the group sail exercise for Exercise Balikatan 2026 in the South China Sea, April 24, 2026. 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. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Manuel
| Date Taken: | 05.01.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 05.01.2026 11:23 |
| Photo ID: | 9653843 |
| VIRIN: | 260424-M-SH393-1299 |
| Resolution: | 5351x3567 |
| Size: | 3.21 MB |
| Location: | SOUTH CHINA SEA |
| Web Views: | 11 |
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