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AV-8B Harrier II jet parked on tarmac with military personnel nearby.

US Marine Corps Retires AV-8B Harrier Jump Jet

The US Marine Corps bid farewell to its iconic AV-8B Harrier II squadron, Marine Attack Squadron 223, in a ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, marking the end of an era for the legendary jump jet. The Harrier's unique vertical takeoff and landing capabilities made it a staple of Marine aviation for decades.

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Soldiers watch as a HIMARS launcher fires rockets and a drone approaches the shore during a military exercise.

US, Allies Conduct Live-Fire Drill to Repel Amphibious Assault

Witness the future of military might: in a stunning display of modern warfare, US, Filipino, and Japanese forces joined forces for a heart-pumping live-fire drill to repel an amphibious assault at La Paz Sand Dunes. Rockets, drones, and advanced tech took center stage in this cutting-edge exercise, showcasing the power of joint forces in the Pacific.

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