Task Force 61/2.3 FASTEUR provides capabilities such as rapid response expeditionary anti-terrorism and security operations in support of Commanders, United States European Command and as directed by Commander, U.S. 6th Fleet in order to protect vital naval and national assets. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Cameron Ross)
U.S. Marine Corps Brigadier General Drew T. Priddy, the Deputy Commanding General, II Marine Expeditionary Force, and Norwegian officials pose for a photo in front of the II Marine Expeditionary Force headquarters building on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 16, 2024. The visit signifies the enduring relationship between Norway and II MEF, following the recent visit of Norwegian State Secretary for the Minister of Defense, Anne Marie Aanerud. Attendees received an overview of II MEF's operational capabilities, observed static displays from ground and aviation combat elements, and engaged in discussions with senior leaders on the importance of Arctic security. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Joshua Crumback)
Rovaniemi, Finland— Six dozen personnel from the United Kingdom, Finland, Norway, Sweden and the United States attended a cyber defense training event in Rovaniemi, Finland during Exercise Nordic Response 2024 from 5 to 14 March, providing training for participating armed forces in protecting information systems and networks.
The Finnish Defence Forces C5 Agency hosted the event alongside the United States Marine Corps to provide a realistic training venue. Participating nations collaborated and shared lessons learned within the cyber domain while simulating defending national defense information systems from cyber threats.
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