NORFOLK, Va. (June 17, 2026) Adm. Karl Thomas, commander, U.S. Fleet Forces Command, addresses guests during a Fleet Exercise (FLEETEX) 250 welcome reception held aboard Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7), June 16, 2026. FLEETEX 250 represents the United States’ commitment to layer defense of the homeland through forward-deployed forces and reinforces interoperability with allies and partners through collective maritime security. (Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Ryan Seelbach)
| Date Taken: | 06.16.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 06.17.2026 14:23 |
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| Location: | NORFOLK, VIRGINIA, US |
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