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Bull Shark 25-2: US strengthens alliances, collectively boosts regional security capabilities in East Africa
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One team: CJTF-HOA leaders visit troops in Kismayo, Somalia
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US, Japan service members train together in casualty combat care
Members of the Japanese Self-Defense Force practice Tactical Casualty Combat Care tactics with U.S. Army members assigned to the Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa Surgeon Cell at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, May 29, 2025. CJTF-HOA seeks to collaborate with allies and partners throughout the continent, building mutually beneficial relationships, which help to advance mutual interests. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)
Photo by: Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti
US, Japan service members train together in casualty combat care
U.S. Army Sgt. Brandon Hawk, CJTF-HOA Surgeon Cell medical operations noncommissioned officer in charge, practices Tactical Casualty Combat Care skills with a member of the Japanese Self-Defense Force at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, May 29, 2025. TCCC training is a Department of Defense training requirement which teaches life-saving first-aid skills to keep a casualty alive until they can be transported to a higher level of care. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)
Photo by: Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti
Combined Joint Task Force - Horn
U.S. Army Soldiers, members of the East Africa Response Force, patrol the range during exercise Bull Shark 25-2 at Arta Range, Djibouti, May 6, 2025. Exercise Bull Shark enhanced multinational interoperability through simulated crisis response and coordinated field operations, thus strengthening partnerships and enhancing Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa’s operational effectiveness in a joint environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)
Photo by: Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek, Djibouti
406th Air Expeditionary Wing
Spanish forces conduct a hoist operation out of a Spanish MH-60R Seahawk during exercise Bull Shark 25-2 in the Gulf of Tadjoura, Djibouti, May 6, 2025. Exercise Bull Shark prepared U.S. and partner nation units to respond rapidly in a joint environment to humanitarian emergencies and regional security threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kevin Ray J. Salvador)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Kevin Ray Salvador, Djibouti
Combined Joint Task Force - Horn
Djiboutian Navy members conduct a search
and seizure of a simulated pirate vessel during exercise Bull Shark 25-2 in the Gulf of Tadjoura, Djibouti, May 6, 2025. Exercise Bull Shark focused on bringing together U.S. and partner nation forces to enhance
communication and interoperability while
performing simulated personnel recovery
operations across land, sea and air domains. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Micheala Maldonado)
Photo by: Spc. Micheala Maldonado, Djibouti
Combined Joint Task Force - Horn
Spanish Special Operation Maritime Team Unit members board a U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey for exercise Bull Shark 25-2 at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, May 6, 2025. The purpose of Exercise Bull Shark was to enable joint training between like-minded partners throughout East Africa and increase crisis response and personnel recovery skills through continued practice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Allison Payne)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Allison payne, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti
Combined Joint Task Force - Horn
An MV-22B Osprey Crew Chief, assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 161, prepares to raise rear panel for flight during Exercise Bull Shark 25-2 in the Gulf of Tadjoura, Djibouti, May 6, 2025. Maritime air and ground forces from U.S. and partner nations rehearsed key mission tasks to build trust, improve response coordination and sharpen tactical execution while working toward strengthening regional security and stability. (U.S. Army photo by SGT Nicholas Session)
Photo by: Sgt. Nicholas Session, Djibouti
406th Air Expeditionary Wing
Spanish Special Operation Maritime Team Unit
members conduct security at a simulated crash
site during exercise Bull Shark 25-2 at Arta Beach,
Djibouti, May 6, 2025. Service members from
Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa and
partner nations demonstrated agility and
interoperability through joint maneuver,
communication, and casualty evacuation drills.
(U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kevin Ray J.
Salvador)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Kevin Ray Salvador, Djibouti
406th Air Expeditionary Wing
A U.S. Marine Corps’ MV-22B Osprey, assigned to
Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 161, off-loads
military personnel at a simulated crash site
during exercise Bull Shark 25-2 in the Gulf of
Tadjoura, Djibouti, May 6, 2025. Exercise Bull
Shark prepared U.S. and partner nation units to
respond rapidly in a joint environment to
humanitarian emergencies and regional security
threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kevin
Ray J. Salvador)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Kevin Ray Salvador, Djibouti
Combined Joint Task Force - Horn
U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Micah Close, Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 161 crew chief, flies over Arta Beach, Djibouti, in a MV-22B Osprey during exercise Bull Shark 25-2, May 6, 2025. Exercise Bull Shark prepared U.S. and partner nation units to respond rapidly in a joint environment to humanitarian emergencies and regional security threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)
Photo by: Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek, Djibouti
Combined Joint Task Force - Horn
U.S. service members work alongside the
Djiboutian Navy and Coast Guard conduct a
piracy interdiction drill during exercise Bull
Shark 25-2 in the Gulf of Tadjoura, Djibouti,
May 6, 2025. Participants from the U.S.,
Djiboutian armed forces, Japan Self-Defense Forces, European Union's Naval Forces(Armada – Spanish Navy), French Forces in Djibouti, and partner nations trained side by side to strengthen communication, readiness and partner capacity across East Africa. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Micheala Maldonado)
Photo by: Spc. Micheala Maldonado, Djibouti
Combined Joint Task Force - Horn
Military personnel conduct hoist operations in an MV-22B Osprey assigned to Marine
Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 161 during Exercise Bull Shark 25-2 in the Gulf of Tadjoura,
Djibouti, May 6, 2025. Participants from the U.S., Djiboutian armed forces, Japan Self-
Defense Forces, French Forces in Djibouti, and European Naval Forces nations trained side-
by-side to strengthen communication, readiness and partner capacity across East Africa.
(U.S. Army photo by Spc. Lorelai Warman)
Photo by: Pfc. Lorelai Warman, Djibouti
Combined Joint Task Force - Horn
U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Micah Close, Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 161 crew chief, prepares for takeoff while inside a MV-22B Osprey during exercise Bull Shark 25-2 at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, May 6, 2025. Exercise Bull Shark prepared U.S. and partner nation units to respond rapidly in a joint environment to humanitarian emergencies and regional security threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)
Photo by: Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek, Djibouti
Combined Joint Task Force - Horn
U.S. service members assigned to the
Combined Joint Task Force – Horn of Africa
communications directorate oversee
communication operations between air, land and maritime partners during exercise Bull Shark 25-2 at Arta Beach, Djibouti, May 6, 2025. Participants from the U.S., Djiboutian armed forces, Japan Self-Defense Forces, European Union's Naval Forces (Armada – Spanish Navy), French Forces in Djibouti, and partner nations trained side-by-side to strengthen communication, readiness and
partner capacity across East Africa. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Micheala Maldonado)
Photo by: Spc. Micheala Maldonado, Djibouti
Combined Joint Task Force - Horn
U.S. Army Staff Sgt. James Simmons,
Combined Joint Task Force – Horn of Africa
exercise planner, performs a communications check in preparation for a simulated piracy interdiction drill during exercise Bull Shark 25-2 at Arta Beach, Djibouti, May 6, 2025. Participants from the U.S., Djiboutian armed forces, Japan Self-Defense Forces, European Union's Naval Forces (Armada – Spanish Navy), French Forces in Djibouti, and partner nations trained side-by-side to strengthen communication, readiness and partner capacity across East Africa. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Micheala Maldonado)
Photo by: Spc. Micheala Maldonado, Djibouti
Combined Joint Task Force - Horn
A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey, assigned to the Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 161, flies during exercise Bull Shark 25-2 in Djibouti, May 6, 2025. Exercise Bull Shark prepared U.S. and partner nation units to respond rapidly in a joint environment to humanitarian emergencies and regional security threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)
Photo by: Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek, Djibouti
Combined Joint Task Force - Horn
Spanish Special Operation Maritime Team Unit members conduct security for exercise Bull Shark 25-2 at Arta Beach, Djibouti, May 6, 2025. The purpose of exercise Bull Shark was to enable joint training between like minded partners throughout East Africa and increase crisis response and personnel recovery skills through continued practice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Allison Payne)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Allison payne, Arta Beach, Djibouti
Combined Joint Task Force - Horn
An MV-22B Osprey, assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 161, flies over water for a
search and rescue operation during Exercise Bull Shark 25-2 in the Gulf of Tadjoura, Djibouti,
May 6, 2025. Maritime air and ground forces from U.S. and partner nations rehearsed key
mission tasks to build trust, improve response coordination and sharpen tactical execution
while working toward strengthening regional security and stability.
(U.S. Army photo by Spc. Lorelai Warman)
Photo by: Pfc. Lorelai Warman, Djibouti
Bull Shark 25-2: US strengthens alliances, collectively boosts regional security capabilities in East Africa
Spanish Special Operation Maritime Team Unit members conduct security for exercise Bull Shark 25-2 at Arta Beach, Djibouti, May 6, 2025. The purpose of exercise Bull Shark was to enable joint training between like minded partners throughout East Africa and increase crisis response and personnel recovery skills through continued practice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Allison Payne)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Allison Payne, Arta Beach, Djibouti
Bull Shark 25-2: US strengthens alliances, collectively boosts regional security capabilities in East Africa
A U.S. pararescueman assigned to the 82nd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron, right, inspects a member of the Joint Personnel Recovery Center during a simulated medical emergency for exercise Bull Shark, 25-2, in the Gulf of Tadjoura, Djibouti, May 6, 2025. The purpose of Exercise Bull Shark was to enable joint training between like-minded partners throughout East Africa and increase crisis response and personnel recovery skills through continued practice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Allison Payne)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Allison Payne, Gulf of Tadjoura, Djibouti
Bull Shark 25-2: US strengthens alliances, collectively boosts regional security capabilities in East Africa
A U.S. Air Force pararescueman, left, assigned to the 82nd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron, and U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Louis Donatucci, Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 161 crew chief, assist a hoist operation from an MV-22B Osprey during exercise Bull Shark 25-2 at Arta Beach, Djibouti, May 6, 2025. Exercise Bull Shark focused on bringing together U.S. and partner nation forces to enhance communication and interoperability while performing simulated personnel recovery operations across land, sea and air domains. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Allison Payne)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Allison Payne, Gulf of Tadjoura, Djibouti
Bull Shark 25-2: US strengthens alliances, collectively boosts regional security capabilities in East Africa
A U.S. Air Force pararescueman, assigned to the 82nd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron, rappels out of a U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey during exercise Bull Shark 25-2 in the Gulf of Tadjoura, Djibouti, May 6, 2025. Participants from the U.S., Djiboutian armed forces, Japan Self-Defense Forces, French Forces in Djibouti, and European Union's Naval Forces (Armada – Spanish Navy) trained side-by-side to strengthen communication, readiness and partner capacity across East Africa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Allison Payne)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Allison Payne, Gulf of Tadjoura, Djibouti
Bull Shark 25-2: US strengthens alliances, collectively boosts regional security capabilities in East Africa
Spanish Special Operation Maritime Team Unit members depart a U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey to conduct security for exercise Bull Shark 25-2 at Arta Beach, Djibouti, May 6, 2025. Participants from the U.S., Djiboutian armed forces, Japan Self Defense Forces, French Forces in Djibouti, and European Union's Naval Forces (Armada – Spanish Navy) trained side-by-side to strengthen communication, readiness and partner capacity across East Africa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Allison Payne)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Allison Payne, Arta Beach, Djibouti
Bull Shark 25-2: US strengthens alliances, collectively boosts regional security capabilities in East Africa
Spanish Special Operation Maritime Team Unit members prepare for takeoff in a U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey for exercise Bull Shark 25-2 at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, May 6, 2025. Service members from Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa and partner nations demonstrated agility and interoperability through joint maneuver, communication, and casualty evacuation drills.
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Allison Payne, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti
Bull Shark 25-2: US strengthens alliances, collectively boosts regional security capabilities in East Africa
Spanish Special Operation Maritime Team Unit members board a U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey for exercise Bull Shark 25-2 at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, May 6, 2025. Exercise Bull Shark focused on bringing together U.S. and partner nation forces to enhance communication and interoperability while performing simulated personnel recovery operations across land, sea and air domains. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Allison Payne)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Allison Payne, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti
Bull Shark 25-2: US strengthens alliances, collectively boosts regional security capabilities in East Africa
Spanish Special Operation Maritime Team Unit members board a U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey for exercise Bull Shark 25-2 at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, May 6, 2025. The purpose of Exercise Bull Shark was to enable joint training between like-minded partners throughout East Africa and increase crisis response and personnel recovery skills through continued practice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Allison Payne)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Allison Payne, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti
Bull Shark 25-2: US strengthens alliances, collectively boosts regional security capabilities in East Africa
Spanish Special Operation Maritime Team Unit members perform a gear check prior to boarding a U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey for exercise Bull Shark 25-2 at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, May 6, 2025. Service members from Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa and partner nations demonstrated agility and interoperability through joint maneuver, communication, and casualty evacuation drills. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Allison Payne)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Allison Payne, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti
One team: CJTF-HOA leaders visit troops in Kismayo, Somalia
U.S. Army Sgt. Branden Alvarez, right, East Africa Response Force infantryman, briefs Maj. Gen. Brian Cashman, left, Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa commanding general, regarding security and protection measures for the base May 1, 2025, at Cooperative Security Location, Kismayo, Somalia. During the visit, Cashman spent time meeting with forward-deployed troops, coordinating with key leaders and ensuring the bases’ overall mission readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Allison Payne)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Allison Payne, Kismayo, Somalia
One team: CJTF-HOA leaders visit troops in Kismayo, Somalia
U.S. service members assigned to Cooperative Security Location, Kismayo, Somalia, pose for a group photo May 2, 2025. Members gathered together to meet with U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Brian Cashman, Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa commanding general, during a routine Battlefield Circulation visit to the base. CJTF-HOA conducts operations to enhance partner nation capacity, promote regional stability, dissuade conflict and protect U.S. and partner interests. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Allison Payne)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Allison Payne, Kismayo, Somalia
One team: CJTF-HOA leaders visit troops in Kismayo, Somalia
U.S. Army Maj. Eric Gardner, center, Battlefield Security Location commander, speaks about the accomplishments of his team during Maj. Gen. Brian Cashman, Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa commanding general’s visit to Cooperative Security Location, Kismayo, Somalia, May 2, 2025. During the visit, Cashman spent time meeting with forward-deployed troops, coordinating with key leaders and ensuring the bases’ overall mission readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Allison Payne)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Allison Payne, Kismayo, Somalia
One team: CJTF-HOA leaders visit troops in Kismayo, Somalia
U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Brian Cashman, far right, Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa commanding general, meets with medical personnel during a Battlefield Circulation visit May 1, 2025, at Cooperative Security Location, Kismayo, Somalia. Cashman routinely visits forward-deployed troops to meet with key leaders, check on the morale and welfare of service members and ensure overall mission readiness throughout the CJTF-HOA area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Allison Payne)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Allison Payne, Kismayo, Somalia
One team: CJTF-HOA leaders visit troops in Kismayo, Somalia
U.S. Soldiers showcase challenge coins awarded by Maj. Gen. Brian Cashman, Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa commanding general, May 2, 2025, at Cooperative Security Location, Kismayo, Somalia. CJTF-HOA conducts operations to enhance partner nation capacity, promote regional stability, dissuade conflict and protect U.S. and partner interests. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Allison Payne)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Allison Payne, Kismayo, Somalia
One team: CJTF-HOA leaders visit troops in Kismayo, Somalia
U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Brian Cashman, Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa commanding general, thanks service members for their outstanding performance May 2, 2025, at Cooperative Security Location, Kismayo, Somalia. Cashman spent time meeting with forward-deployed troops, coordinating with key leaders and ensuring the bases’ overall mission readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Allison Payne)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Allison Payne, Kismayo, Somalia
Combined Joint Task Force - Horn
Members from the U.S. Army 152nd Engineer Support Company pose for a group photo at Baledogle Military Airfield, Somalia, April 25, 2025. The 152nd ESC’s efforts have played a crucial role in enhancing operational readiness, improving infrastructure and strengthening the region's security capabilities through various construction projects.. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Micheala Maldonado)
Photo by: Spc. Micheala Maldonado, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti
Combined Joint Task Force - Horn
U.S. Army Sgt. Edwin Barreto, Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa engineer, nails down supports on the human aid station at Baledogle Military Airfield, Somalia, April 23, 2025. Combined Joint Task Force – Horn of Africa conducts operations to enhance partner nation capacity, promote regional stability, dissuade conflict, and protect U.S. and partner interests.(U.S. Army photo by Spc. Micheala Maldonado)
Photo by: Spc. Micheala Maldonado, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti
Combined Joint Task Force - Horn
U.S. Army Capt. Daniel Roche, Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa engineer, works on sealing parts needed for a human aid station at Baledogle Military Airfield, Somalia, April 23, 2025. The human aid station will expedite the base’s ability to respond in the event of a crisis, enabling medical personnel to perform surgeries, treat critical emergencies and expand the capacity of care available to service members. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Micheala Maldonado)
Photo by: Spc. Micheala Maldonado, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti
Combined Joint Task Force - Horn
U.S Army personnel assigned to Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa move gravel to establish a foundation and develop roadways at Baledogle Military Airfield, Somalia, April 23, 2025. Combined Joint Task Force – Horn of Africa continues to improve outstation support to effectively conduct operations to enhance partner nation capacity, promote regional stability, dissuade conflict, and protect U.S. and partner interests. (U.S. Army Photo by Spc. Micheala Maldonado)
Photo by: Spc. Micheala Maldonado, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti
Combined Joint Task Force - Horn
U.S. Army Sgt. Liam Harris, Combined Joint Task Force – Horn of Africa engineer, focuses on wood working for a new human aid station at Baledogle Military Airfield, Somalia, April 25, 2025. Harris has developed his engineer team's adaptability and ingenuity into their construction and building work within a deployed environment. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Micheala Maldonado)
Photo by: Spc. Micheala Maldonado, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti
