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Supreme Allied Commander Europe Gen. Christopher Cavoli, Commander Security Assistance Group - Ukraine, Lt. Gen. Curtis Buzzard and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte (left to right). Courtesy photos

NATO Secretary General visits SHAPE, new NATO command to support security assistance to Ukraine based in Germany

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte met with the NATO Supreme Allied Commander Europe, General Christopher Cavoli and other senior officials during his first visit to the Alliance’s Supreme Headquarters on Monday, Oct. 14.

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US Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz leads way for Army in energy savings

US Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz leads way for Army in energy savings

U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz achieved the highest energy savings across the entire U.S. Army in 2023, a notable community achievement, especially during the ongoing European energy crisis. The commitment to sustainability at USAG-RP has led to tangible results, highlighting the effectiveness of collective efforts and careful resource management. USAG-RP is […]

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USAFE-AFAFRICA, Zambian military leaders hold  workshop to address gender-based violence

USAFE-AFAFRICA, Zambian military leaders hold workshop to address gender-based violence

LUSAKA, Zambia — Representatives from U.S. Air Forces Africa and U.S. Africa Command and members of the Zambian Defense Force hosted a workshop to strengthen the ZDF’s capabilities to combat gender-based violence, Sept. 23 to Oct. 2. Brig. Gen. Otis C. Jones, USAFE-AFAFRICA Chief of Staff, served as the senior […]

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Mark Rutte takes office as NATO Secretary General

Mark Rutte takes office as NATO Secretary General

On Tuesday, Oct. 1, Mark Rutte took office as the NATO Secretary General. He was welcomed to NATO Headquarters in Brussels by the outgoing Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg, whose term ends after ten years. Mr. Rutte and Mr. Stoltenberg laid a wreath during a ceremony at the NATO Memorial to […]

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US, Bulgarian Military Police conduct joint force protection exercise

US, Bulgarian Military Police conduct joint force protection exercise

On Sep. 26, U.S. and Bulgarian Military Police units came together at the Red Tower Range, Novo Selo training Area, to conduct a joint force protection and active shooter exercise to demonstrate the capabilities of the Bulgarian MP’s to their U.S. counterparts, with a focus on enhancing cooperation and interoperability […]

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Recommended Holiday mailing dates and tips

Recommended Holiday mailing dates and tips

Air Force and Guardians stationed in the European theater should note the recommended holiday mailing dates to ensure timely delivery of cards, letters, and packages to the United States: USPS Ground Advantage: Nov. 25  First Class Mail (including greeting cards) and Priority Mail: Dec. 9 Priority Mail Express Military Service: […]

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USAG Rheinland-Pfalz hosts Gold Star Mother’s Family Day ceremony

USAG Rheinland-Pfalz hosts Gold Star Mother’s Family Day ceremony

U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz hosted a Gold Star Mother’s and Family Day recognition ceremony on Pulaski Park, Kaiserslautern, Sep. 27. “Around the world, Gold Star Families are being publicly honored this week for the honorable selfless service and sacrifice of their loved one’s service to our nation,” said Col. Jeffery […]

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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Alexander Wilson, 86th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron avionics technician, discusses C-130J Super Hercules capabilities with Czech air force members during Aviation Detachment Rotation 24-4, at 33rd Air Base, Poland, Sept. 10, 2024. ADR demonstrates the enduring strength of NATO relationships, ensuring Allied forces can operate together with precision and readiness to counter any threat. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brenden Beezley)

86 AW, Poland strengthen each other at ADR 24-4

Airmen assigned to the 86th Airlift Wing, 435th Air Ground Operations Wing, and the 52nd Operations Group, Detachment 1 along with U.S. Army soldiers supported Aviation Detachment Rotation 24-4, Sep. 8-20, at 33rd Air Base in Powidz, Poland.

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Leadership Connect graduation tours C-130J

Leadership Connect graduation tours C-130J

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Ramstein tests readiness with joint German-American disaster response exercise

Ramstein tests readiness with joint German-American disaster response exercise

The 86th Airlift Wing Host Nation office and the Kaiserslautern County Administration cooperated in conducting a joint German-American disaster response exercise with participating units from Ramstein Air Base to foster interoperability between U.S. and host nation first responders at Ramstein Air Base, Sep. 28. The exercise allowed both countries to […]

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