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    U.S. Marines train alongside partners and allies during Phoenix Express 2026 [Image 2 of 3]

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    The image shows multiple armed personnel in camouflage uniforms ascending a metal staircase or ladder on what appears to be a vessel or industrial structure. The individuals are equipped with body armor, helmets, and rifles, suggesting a tactical boarding or clearance operation. The scene appears to be a training exercise or operational boarding scenario.

    BIZERTE, TUNISIA

    09.14.2026

    Photo by Lance Cpl. Isaac Garza 

    U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Europe and Africa     

    Libya, City of Tripoli, Navy Special Forces service members climb a stairwell during a practice visit, board, search and seizure scenario class as part of exercise Phoenix Express 2026 in Bizerte, Tunisia, Sept. 14, 2026. Phoenix Express 2026 is a multinational maritime exercise sponsored by the U.S. Africa Command and led by U.S. 6th Fleet under U.S. Naval Forces Africa, bringing together North African, European and U.S. maritime forces as part of a global network of navies to enhance cooperation and expertise in maritime security operations in the southern Mediterranean Sea. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Isaac Garza)

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    Date Taken: 09.14.2026
    Date Posted: 09.17.2026 08:58
    Photo ID: 9943790
    VIRIN: 260914-M-TP851-1011
    Resolution: 8192x5464
    Size: 4.4 MB
    Location: BIZERTE, TN
    Web Views: 7
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    The image shows armed military personnel in camouflage uniforms conducting what appears to be a maritime boarding or vessel clearance exercise on the deck of a ship. The lead soldier is wearing a tactical helmet with goggles and carrying a rifle, with a flag patch visible on his shoulder. Additional armed personnel are visible in the background on the ship's deck.
    The image shows multiple armed personnel in camouflage uniforms ascending a metal staircase or ladder on what appears to be a vessel or industrial structure. The individuals are equipped with body armor, helmets, and rifles, suggesting a tactical boarding or clearance operation. The scene appears to be a training exercise or operational boarding scenario.
    A heavily equipped tactical operator in full combat gear is seated on the floor of what appears to be a naval vessel corridor or compartment. The individual is wearing a tactical helmet, balaclava, plate carrier vest, knee pads, and combat boots. A red fire extinguisher labeled '114' is mounted on the wall nearby, with a placard reading 'F.E. 1-68-2'.

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