&nbsp; Combined Joint Task Force — Horn of Africa

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

VMM-161 (REIN) delivers mission-critical support in East Africa

VMM-161 (REIN) delivers mission-critical support in East Africa

VMM-161 (REIN) delivers mission-critical support in East Africa

VMM-161 (REIN) delivers mission-critical support in East Africa

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)

Photo by: Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti

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

U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Austin Topper, Task Force Associator security forces member, spars against a French service member during a jiu-jitsu training session at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, June 7, 2025. The intent of the training was to build upon self-defense techniques, foster camaraderie and further strengthen the relationships Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa has allies and partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)

Photo by: Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti

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

A Japanese Self-Defense Force member watches as service members spar during 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)

Photo by: Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti

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

American, French and Japanese military personnel pose for a group photo after 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)

Photo by: Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti

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. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)

Photo by: Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti

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

U.S. Army 1st Lt. Mitchel Haug, Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa headquarters commandant, top, spars with a French service member in a jiu-jitsu training session at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, June 7, 2025. The intent of the joint training was to strengthen Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa relationships and collaborate with allies and partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)

Photo by: Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti

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)

Photo by: Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti

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

American, French and Japanese military members, each holding black belt status, deliver closing remarks after 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)

Photo by: Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti

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. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a martial-art and combat sport that uses leverage and self-defense techniques to take down an opponent, focusing on ground fighting, striking and grappling. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)

Photo by: Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti

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

A black belt from the Japanese Self-Defense Force spectates sparring during a jiu-jitsu training session at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, June 7, 2025. The intent of the training was to build upon self-defense techniques, foster camaraderie and further strengthen the relationships Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa has allies and partners. (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 Lt. Col. Andrew Morgan, incoming 1st Battalion, 58th Aviation Regiment commander, during his assumption of command ceremony at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, June 9, 2025. The 1-58th manages and maintains airspace in the Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa area of responsibility, enabling tactical and strategic operations across East Africa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexander Vasquez)

Photo by: Airman 1st Class Alexander Vasqu, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti

Combined Joint Task Force - Horn

U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Brain Cashman, Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa commanding general, hands the guidon to Lt. Col. Andrew Morgan, incoming 1st Battalion, 58th Aviation Regiment commander, as he assumes command of the 1-58th during a ceremony at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, June 9, 2025. The passing of the guidon is a symbolic tradition in the U.S. military which represents the formal transfer of authority, leadership and trust from one senior enlisted leader to another. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexander Vasquez)

Photo by: Airman 1st Class Alexander Vasqu, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti

Combined Joint Task Force - Horn

U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Brian Cashman, Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa commanding general, delivers a speech at the 1st Battalion, 58th Aviation Regiment assumption of command ceremony at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, June 9, 2025. The 1-58th works closely with host nation authorities across East Africa, increasing U.S. cooperation with partner nations in support of CJTF-HOA initiatives. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexander Vasquez)

Photo by: Airman 1st Class Alexander Vasqu, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti

Combined Joint Task Force - Horn

U.S. Army Lt. Col. Andrew Morgan, left, incoming 1st Battalion, 58th Aviation Regiment commander, stands by during the 1-58th assumption of command ceremony at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, June 9, 2025. The 1-58th manages and maintains airspace in the Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa area of responsibility, enabling tactical and strategic operations across East Africa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexander Vasquez)

Photo by: Airman 1st Class Alexander Vasqu, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti

Combined Joint Task Force - Horn

U.S. Army Lt. Col. Harry Jenkins, right, Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa physical therapist, performs corrective therapy on 1st Lt. Austin Eby, Cooperative Security Location Kismayo security forces officer in charge, at CSL Kismayo, Somalia, May 20, 2025. Battlefield circulations to outstations ensure forward-deployed personnel receive essential care necessary to maintaining unit readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerman)

Photo by: Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerma, Kismayo, Somalia

Combined Joint Task Force - Horn

U.S. Army Lt. Col. Harry Jenkins, right, Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa physical therapist, explains at-home physical therapy exercises to U.S. Army 1st Lt. Austin Eby, Cooperative Security Location Kismayo security forces officer in charge, at CSL Kismayo, Somalia, May 20, 2025. At-home exercise programs enable continued rehabilitation beyond the initial consultation, supporting long-term recovery. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerman)

Photo by: Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerma, Kismayo, Somalia

Combined Joint Task Force - Horn

U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Thomas Arriola, Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa force protection liaison officer, performs physical therapy stretches at Cooperative Security Location, Kismayo, Somalia, May 21, 2025. CJTF-HOA physical therapists are force multipliers, ensuring personnel receive in-theater care, shortening their return to duty time and ultimately maintaining readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerman)

Photo by: Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerma, Kismayo, Somalia

Combined Joint Task Force - Horn

U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Thomas Arriola, Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa force protection liaison officer, receives corrective therapy at Cooperative Security Location, Kismayo, Somalia, May 21, 2025. In-theater physical therapy care maximizes service member’s time by reducing the need to travel for care, returning them to the mission sooner. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerman)

Photo by: Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerma, Kismayo, Somalia

Combined Joint Task Force - Horn

U.S. Army Lt. Col. Harry Jenkins, left, Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa physical therapist, conducts a physical therapy consultation for Sgt. 1st Class Thomas Arriola, CJTF - HOA force protection liaison officer, at Cooperative Security Location, Kismayo, Somalia, May 21, 2025. Members of the Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa surgeon cell make regular visits to forward-deployed troops at outstations to support the mental and physical well-being of service members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerman)

Photo by: Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerma, Kismayo, Somalia

Combined Joint Task Force - Horn

U.S. Army 1st Lt. Austin Eby, Cooperative Security Location Kismayo security forces officer in charge, performs physical therapy stretches at Cooperative Security Location Kismayo, Somalia, May 20, 2025. Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa physical therapists are force multipliers, ensuring personnel receive in-theater care, shortening their return to duty time and ultimately maintaining readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerman)

Photo by: Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerma, Kismayo, Somalia

Combined Joint Task Force - Horn

U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Jeffery Fedor, right, 152nd Engineer Support Company squad leader, helps lay concertina wire at Cooperative Security Location, Kismayo, Somalia, May 20, 2025. By strengthening physical defenses, force protection upgrades at CSL Kismayo directly support the safety, morale and operational readiness of deployed service members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerman)

Photo by: Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerma, Kismayo, Somalia

Combined Joint Task Force - Horn

U.S. Army Sgt. Naomi Velez, 152nd Engineer Support Company engineer operator, work on a construction project at Cooperative Security Location, Kismayo, Somalia, May 20, 2025. Projects led by the 152nd ESC directly support CJTF-HOA initiatives by strengthening partner capabilities and contributing to regional stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerman)

Photo by: Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerma, Kismayo, Somalia

Combined Joint Task Force - Horn

U.S. Army Sgt. Gianni Picardo, 152nd Engineer Support Company interior electrician, unloads insulation at Cooperative Security Location, Kismayo, Somalia, May 20, 2025. Engineers from the 152nd ESC progress Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa lines of effort through the support and development provided across the various CJTF-HOA outstations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerman)

Photo by: Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerma, Kismayo, Somalia

Combined Joint Task Force - Horn

U.S. Army Sgt. Angelina Sasso, 152nd Engineer Support Company wheeled vehicle mechanic, cuts wood boards at Cooperative Security Location, Kismayo, Somalia, May 20, 2025. 152nd ESC engineers progress Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa lines of effort through the support and development provided across the various CJTF-HOA outstations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerman)

Photo by: Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerma, Kismayo, Somalia

Combined Joint Task Force - Horn

U.S. Army Spc. Conrod Hugh, 152nd Engineer Support Company horizontal construction engineer, works on a construction project at Cooperative Security Location, Kismayo, Somalia, May 20, 2025. By strengthening physical defenses, force protection upgrades at CSL Kismayo directly support the safety, morale and operational readiness of deployed service members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerman)

Photo by: Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerma, Kismayo, Somalia

Combined Joint Task Force - Horn

U.S. service members participate in a cornhole event at the USO at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, May 1, 2025. The USO hosts events at Camp Lemonnier, providing an environment for entertainment and de-stressing necessary to a resilient fighting force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerman)

Photo by: Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerma, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti

Combined Joint Task Force - Horn

U.S. Army Sgt. Joey Delgado, Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa hot crew noncommissioned officer in charge, volunteers at an event with the USO at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, May 1, 2025. Delgado maintains resilience for himself and his team, ensuring they are ready to utilize force protection assets essential to security in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerman)

Photo by: Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerma, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti

Combined Joint Task Force - Horn

U.S. Army Sgt. Joey Delgado, Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa hot crew noncommissioned officer in charge, plays cornhole during a USO event at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, May 1, 2025. As a hot crew for force protection assets, Delgado is responsible for maintaining readiness for his team and the resources they oversee. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerman)

Photo by: Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerma, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti

Combined Joint Task Force - Horn

U.S. Army Sgt. Joey Delgado, Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa hot crew noncommissioned officer in charge, poses for a photo at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, May 3, 2025. Delgado maintains resilience for himself and his team, ensuring they are ready to utilize force protection assets essential to security in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerman)

Photo by: Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerma, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti

Combined Joint Task Force - Horn

U.S. Army Sgt. Joey Delgado, Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa hot crew noncommissioned officer in charge, poses for a photo at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, May 3, 2025. As a hot crew for force protection assets, Delgado is responsible for maintaining readiness for his team and the resources they oversee. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerman)

Photo by: Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerma, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti

Combined Joint Task Force - Horn

Vincent Kiluwe, Cooperative Security Location Kismayo contractor, cleans dishes at CSL Kismayo, Somalia, May 21, 2025. Food service operations, which encompass sourcing, preparing, and distributing meals, are a core part of sustainment services, ensuring service members meet the nutritional needs necessary to progress Combined Joint-Task Force Horn of Africa initiatives. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerman)

Photo by: Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerma, Kismayo, Somalia

Combined Joint Task Force - Horn

U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Crystal Yazzie, right, Combined Joint-Task Force Horn of Africa Base Operating Support - Integrator contracting officer representative, completes an inspection at Cooperative Security Location, Kismayo, Somalia, May 21, 2025. Food operations fall under sustainment services for Base Operating Support - Integrator, which encompasses key life support services that ensure deployed personnel can maintain good health and perform effectively. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerman)

Photo by: Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerma, Kismayo, Somalia

Combined Joint Task Force - Horn

Owino Collins, Cooperative Security Location Kismayo cook, prepares food at CSL Kismayo, Somalia, May 21, 2025. Food operations fall under sustainment services for Base Operating Support - Integrator, which encompasses key life support services that ensure deployed personnel can survive, maintain good health and perform duties effectively. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerman)

Photo by: Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerma, Kismayo, Somalia

Combined Joint Task Force - Horn

Members of the Cooperative Security Location Kismayo dining facility team prepare food at CSL Kismayo, Somalia, May 21, 2025. Food service operations, which encompass sourcing, preparing, and distributing meals, are a core part of sustainment services, ensuring service members are provided with the nutritional needs necessary to progress Combined Joint-Task Force Horn of Africa initiatives. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerman)

Photo by: Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerma, Kismayo, Somalia

Combined Joint Task Force - Horn

U.S. Army Spc. Julio Gonzalez, Combined Joint Task Force Horn of Africa radar technician, gets food at the dining facility at Cooperative Security Location, Kismayo, Somalia, May 21, 2025. Food operations carried out by the dining facility team ensure mission readiness for service members forward-deployed to CSL Kismayo by providing them the nutritional fuel needed to carry out their missions. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Jaki Stitt)

Photo by: Spc. Jaki Stitt, Kismayo, Somalia

Combined Joint Task Force - Horn

Michael Kariuki, left, Cooperative Security Location Kismayo cook, prepares food at CSL Kismayo, Somalia, May 21, 2025. Food operations carried out by the dining facility team facilitate mission readiness for service members forward-deployed to CSL Kismayo by providing them the nutritional fuel needed to carry out their missions. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Jaki Stitt)

Photo by: Spc. Jaki Stitt, Kismayo, Somalia

VMM-161 (REIN) delivers mission-critical support in East Africa

U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 161 (Reinforced) unload cargo at Cooperative Security Location, Kismayo, Somalia, June 2, 2025. These operations enable timely support to mission-critical CJTF-HOA personnel and logistics across the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)

Photo by: Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek, Somalia

VMM-161 (REIN) delivers mission-critical support in East Africa

U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 161 (Reinforced) unload cargo at Cooperative Security Location, Kismayo, Somalia, June 2, 2025. Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa seeks continuous improvement in the locations of responsibility, enabling focus on delivering the mission of enhancing regional security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)

Photo by: Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek, Somalia

VMM-161 (REIN) delivers mission-critical support in East Africa

U.S. Marines, assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 161 (Reinforced), unload cargo at Baledogle Military Airfield, Somalia, June 2, 2025. VMM - 161 (REIN)’s mission is to provide aerial and combat support to Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa, as well as additional support to troops and operations, whether amphibious or ashore. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)

Photo by: Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek, Somalia

VMM-161 (REIN) delivers mission-critical support in East Africa

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Hunter Seelye, Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 161 (Reinforced) KC-130J Super Hercules loadmaster, observes an aerial refueling over East Africa, June 2, 2025. VMM-161 (REIN)’s mission is to provide aerial and combat support to Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa, as well as additional support to troops and operations, whether amphibious or ashore. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)