Competitors from 17 nations take part in Fuerzas Comando 24 (FC24) Obstacle Course in Cerro Tigre, Panama, May 23, 2024. The final event of FC24 was an obstacle course that included 14 challenging obstacles, which tested the teamwork and endurance of the participating teams. Competitors were scored based on how quickly they successfully finished the course. FC24 supports the U.S. Southern Command’s initiative to enhance multinational and regional cooperation, trust, and confidence through persistent and consistent engagements with allies and partners. (U.S. Army National Guard video by Sgt. 1st Class Jennifer Reynolds / 196th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment)
The Chilean-led exercise SOUTHERN STAR 2025 (SS25) concluded during a closing ceremony near Santiago, Chile, June 8, 2025. The two-week, biennial exercise, sponsored by U.S. Southern Command, took place in various locations around Chile – from Antofagasta in the north to Punta Arenas in the south.
