Sustaining a 24/7 lifeline to earthquake-damaged communities. Day and night, the @DeptofWar is accelerating the delivery of vital earthquake assistance to the front lines in Venezuela where help is needed most. U.S. military aircrews are powering an air bridge that is providing critical support to @StateDept-led U.S. disaster assistance to the people of Venezuela in the aftermath of the June 24, 2026, earthquakes. @usairforce @USMC @USArmy @JTF_Bravo @The24MEU @USForeignAssist @USAenEspanol @usembassyve

Unmatched disaster relief capability: The @usairforce's C-17 Globemaster III is the perfect blend of speed, volume, and flexibility, capable of delivering and offloading large payloads of disaster assistance quickly across the globe. During Venezuela earthquake relief operations, the C-17 has proven invaluable, helping surge critically needed first responder teams, supplies, and heavy equipment to the country. At the direction of #SOUTHCOM, assigned U.S. military forces are supporting @StateDept-led U.S. disaster assistance to the people of Venezuela. @DeptofWar @SecWar @WHAAsstSecty @USForeignAssist @USAenEspanol @usembassyve

Strengthening the U.S.-Argentina defense partnership: In early January, @AFSOUTH conducted a knowledge exchange with @FuerzaAerea_Arg to support Argentina's integration of newly acquired F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft. Through mentorship from the United States, the Argentine air force is developing the plans and programs required to operate and sustain the modern fighter platform. The addition of the F-16 enhances Argentina’s ability to defend its airspace and contribute to regional security efforts across the Western Hemisphere. #Argentina is a trusted regional partner and leader in promoting democratic values worldwide. @EmbajadaEEUUarg | @MinDefensa_Ar | @EMCFFAA_Arg | @Ejercito_Arg | @Armada_Arg | @StateDeptPM southcom.mil/MEDIA/NEWS-ARTI…

Strengthening medical partnerships: @AFSOUTH has launched LAMAT 2026 in Saint Kitts and Nevis. Over the next two weeks, 60 @usairforce medical and support professionals will integrate directly into hospitals, clinics and community outreach events across St. Kitts and Nevis -- strengthening collaboration and advancing a safer, more prepared Western Hemisphere. This third LAMAT engagement in the Federation reaffirms a partnership built on trust, continuity and shared commitment to regional resilience. @USEmbassyBtown Read more: dvidshub.net/news/558549/sai…

In a ceremony at the Pentagon today, U.S. Marine Gen. Francis L. Donovan assumed command of #SOUTHCOM, succeeding acting commander U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Evan L. Pettus. General Donovan brings decades of distinguished service and leadership experience to SOUTHCOM. An infantry, reconnaissance, and special operations officer, he has led Marines and Sailors in combat, contingency, and expeditionary operations across the globe, including at sea, from the sea, and ashore. SOUTHCOM plays a pivotal role in advancing the National Defense Strategy by disrupting illicit networks, deterring malign actors, and fostering security and prosperity throughout the Western Hemisphere. #PeaceThroughStrength Read more: southcom.mil/News/PressRelea… @DeptofWar @SecWar @USMC @thejointstaff @WHAAsstSecty @USAenEspanol @USAemPortugues @USArmyWHC @AFSOUTH @MARFORSOUTH @NAVSOUS4THFLT @SOCSOUTH @JTF_Bravo

#PeaceThroughStrength Through Operation Southern Spear, the U.S. military is demonstrating the nation’s commitment to security in the Western Hemisphere. The Department of War, working alongside our interagency partners, is sending a clear message that the region is not a permissive environment for malign actors or illicit activities. U.S. military forces are deployed to the #SOUTHCOM area of responsibility in support of #OpSouthernSpear, @DeptofWar-directed operations, and @POTUS' priorities to disrupt illicit drug trafficking and protect the homeland. @USNavy @NAVSOUS4THFLT @USMC @MARFORSOUTH @22nd_MEU @usairforce @AFSOUTH

Holiday cheer looks a little different when you're deployed 🎄✨ A massive shout-out to our incredible Airmen from the 346th Air Expeditionary Wing celebrating the season in Ceiba, Puerto Rico! While away from family and home, they're keeping the mission going 24/7 in support of @AFSOUTH and #SOUTHCOM. Sending them our warmest holiday wishes! #AirForce #USAF #MilitaryLife #PuertoRico #SOUTHCOM #MissionReady

In August alone, our engagements and training with partners in Latin America and the Caribbean have taken our service members to the mountains of Chile, the skies over Colombia, Ilopango in El Salvador, and the jungles of Panama -- just a glimpse of our year-round efforts to ensure regional security by strengthening our collective #readiness and #lethality. #SOUTHCOM #StrengtheningPartnerships @DeptofDefense Captions Photo 1: A @USArmy Soldier takes up a defensive position during mountain warfare training with Chilean, and Argentine troops as part of Exercise #SouthernVanguard25 in Antuco, Chile, Aug. 26. @ARMYSOUTH (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. Richelle Cruickshank) Photo 2: A @usairforce pararescuemen conducts a free fall jump during Relámpago de los Andes at Palanquero Air Base, Colombia, Aug. 6. @AFSOUTH (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. William Rio Rosado) Photo 3: A U.S. special operations team fires at targets during #FuerzasComando25 at Ilopango, El Salvador, Aug. 20. @SOCSOUTH @USSOCOM (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. Hassani Ribera) Photo 4: U.S. and Panamanian forces conduct a combined jungle orientation course in Aeronaval Base Cristóbal Colón, Panama, Aug. 16. @MARFORSOUTH @USEmbPAN (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Kaylee Clark)

U.S. and Panama in action: @aeronavalpanama and @usairforce Airmen assigned to @AFSOUTH and the 571st Mobility Support Advisory Squadron share knowledge during training in Panama, July 14. The United States and Panama have a longstanding security relationship, built on mutual respect and close cooperation. The United States values the commitment of Panamanian security forces to regional cooperation against threats and challenges we face together. @USAF_EC @USEmbPAN Sugiero lo siguiente: EE.UU. y Panamá en acción: @AeronaValPanama y @USAirforce Airmen asignados a @AFSOUTH y al 571st Mobility Support Advisory Squadron, Travis Air Force Base, California, comparten conocimiento durante una capacitación en el Aeropuerto Internacional de Panamá Pacífico, Panamá, julio 14. Estados Unidos y Panamá tienen una larga relación de seguridad, que se ha construido sobre el respeto mutuo y la estrecha cooperación. Estados Unidos valora el compromiso de los estamentos de seguridad panameños en la cooperación regional contra amenazas y desafíos que enfrentamos juntos. @USAF_EC @usembpan