U.S. Army Col. Jim Kiersey, deputy commander of operations for the 25th Infantry Division, delivers
remarks during an awards ceremony for Exercise Balikatan 2026 at Camp General Servillano A. Aquino,
Philippines, May 5, 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. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell)
| Date Taken: | 05.04.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 05.11.2026 18:04 |
| Photo ID: | 9673601 |
| VIRIN: | 260505-F-BO786-1245 |
| Resolution: | 6048x3402 |
| Size: | 9.51 MB |
| Location: | PH |
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