Photo by Sgt. Eric Allen | 100th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment | 03.27.2026
U.S. Soldiers receive instruction during an engineer lane at the 91st Soft Launch training event in Utena, Lithuania, March 28, 2026. The training covered small-unit tactics including obstacle reduction, route planning, and terrain analysis to improve mobility and survivability in complex environments. U.S. Soldiers train alongside Lithuanian forces to strengthen interoperability, build trust,......
Photo by Sgt. Eric Allen | 100th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment | 03.27.2026
U.S. Soldiers clear a stairwell during a close quarters battle lane at the 91st Soft Launch event in Utena, Lithuania, March 28, 2026. Stairwells present a high-risk environment due to limited visibility and restricted movement, requiring precise spacing and controlled movement to maintain security. U.S. Soldiers train alongside Lithuanian forces to strengthen interoperability, build trust,......
Photo by Sgt. Eric Allen | 100th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment | 03.27.2026
U.S. Soldiers stage in a hallway prior to executing a training lane during the 91st Soft Launch event in Utena, Lithuania, March 28, 2026. Soldiers coordinated roles and responsibilities before entering the objective, reinforcing teamwork and leadership at the small unit level. U.S. Soldiers train alongside Lithuanian forces to strengthen interoperability, build trust, and enhance readiness......
Photo by Sgt. Eric Allen | 100th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment | 03.27.2026
U.S. Soldiers prepare medical equipment while treating a simulated casualty during a training lane at the 91st Soft Launch event in Utena, Lithuania, March 28, 2026. Soldiers rehearsed rapid access to life-saving equipment such as tourniquets and pressure bandages to reduce preventable battlefield deaths. U.S. Soldiers train alongside Lithuanian forces to strengthen interoperability, build......
Photo by Sgt. Eric Allen | 100th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment | 03.27.2026
A U.S. Soldier grapples with a Lithuanian SWAT officer during a combatives lane at the 91st Soft Launch event in Utena, Lithuania, March 28, 2026. Due to operational security requirements, the instructor’s identity is not fully visible while demonstrating arm control and takedown techniques used in close contact situations. U.S. Soldiers train alongside Lithuanian forces to strengthen......
Photo by Sgt. Eric Allen | 100th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment | 03.27.2026
U.S. Soldiers clear a hallway during a close quarters battle lane as part of the 91st Soft Launch training event in Utena, Lithuania, March 28, 2026. The training focused on communication, muzzle discipline, and sector responsibility while operating in confined indoor environments alongside Lithuanian Riflemen of the 9th Regiment. U.S. Soldiers train alongside Lithuanian forces to strengthen......
Photo by 1st Sgt. Suzanne Ringle | 100th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment | 03.27.2026
SIAULIAI, Lithuania-- Thousands of civilians and military enthusiasts attend Runway Run '26 at Siauliai Air Base, March 28. A little boy happily poses on top of a U.S. Army M1A2 Abrams main battle tank for a photo while wearing a Soldier's patrol cap. U.S. Soldiers assigned to 1st Battalion, 12th Cavalry Regiment answered questions from the locals during the static display. The annual event......
Photo by 1st Sgt. Suzanne Ringle | 100th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment | 03.27.2026
SIAULIAI, Lithuania-- A Lithuanian AS365 helicopter, specially equipped for Search and Rescue, performs a hoist rescue for the crowd at this years Runway Run '26 at Siauliai Air Base, March 28. The annual event provides opportunities for civilians to get up close to military members and their unique equipment. Lithuanian forces and NATO allies had static displays and interactive games to......
