CJTF-HOA trains jiu-jitsu with French, Japanese partners

American, French and Japanese military personnel participate in a jiu-jitsu training session at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, June 7, 2025. The training provided a platform for Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa to collaborate with allies and partners through the martial-art sport, building camaraderie through friendly competition.. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)



By Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti Jun 12, 2025
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