A pair of U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagles
refuel with a KC-135 Stratotanker in the U.S.
Central Command area of responsibility, July
30, 2025. The F-15E Strike Eagle’s presence
promotes regional stability and security,
demonstrating the U.S. commitment to
protecting its interests and maintaining a strong
defensive posture in the region. (U.S. Air Force
Photo by Staff Sgt. John C.B. Ennis)