As we forge forward into 2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣6️⃣, we saw it fitting to look back upon 2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣5️⃣ … It was a year in which #STRIKFORNATO led and supported a wide range of exercises, vigilance activities and at-sea demonstrations featuring: 5️⃣7️⃣0️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ Personnel 🪖 1️⃣1️⃣7️⃣ Surface Vessels & Submarines🚢 5️⃣ Carrier Strike Groups 🛫 1️⃣ Alliance 🌐 … working together to exemplify our collective strength and capability during … 🔱 Neptune Strike 🚀 Formidable Shield 🌊 BALTOPS 🧠 Steadfast Deterrence ⚔️ Steadfast Duel Each activity strengthened interoperability, enhanced readiness, and reinforced @NATO’s commitment to defend the 1 billion citizens of the most successful Alliance on 🌎! Stay tuned for even more! #WeAreNATO 🛡️ #StrongerTogether 🤝

¡Feliz Día de la Hispanidad! 🇪🇸 Today, #STRIKFORNATO 🔱 joins Spain 🇪🇸 in celebrating its National Day — a day that recognises the country’s rich heritage, national identity and enduring commitment to the values it shares with its Allies. With a strong maritime tradition and forces regularly deployed alongside @NATO Allies, Spain 🇪🇸 brings significant operational capability to the Alliance. From the Atlantic and Mediterranean to NATO’s wider areas of responsibility, Spanish service members stand ready to operate alongside their Allies, strengthening deterrence and defence for our collective security. #WeAreNATO 🛡️ #StrongerTogether 💪

📰 STRIKFORNATO welcomes Rear Adm. Thomas T. Bodine as our new Chief of Staff. 🎖️ With decades of experience in naval aviation, carrier strike operations and joint leadership, he joins the command as we continue to strengthen @NATO readiness and deterrence. 🔗 Read more: sfn.nato.int/newsroom/news-a…

Tag der Deutschen Einheit! 🇩🇪 Today, #STRIKFORNATO 🔱 commemorates German Unity Day 🇩🇪, marking the reunification of Germany on 3 October 1990 and celebrating the values of freedom, democracy and unity that continue to shape the Federal Republic of Germany. A committed @NATO Ally, Germany 🇩🇪 contributes to the Alliance’s operational readiness and collective defence across the Euro-Atlantic area. From the land to the sea, German service members demonstrate the readiness, professionalism and commitment that help strengthen NATO’s ability to deter and defend. #WeAreNATO 🛡️ #StrongerTogether 💪

This week, our #STRIKFORNATO 🔱 interns stepped on board the 🇵🇹 NRP Dom Francisco de Almeida during a visit to the Portuguese Naval Base 🇵🇹. From exploring the ship to learning about its capabilities and the daily life of its crew, our interns got a firsthand look at how the @MarinhaPT 🇵🇹 contributes to maritime security and @NATO operations. ⚓ Experiences like these are just one part of the STRIKFORNATO Internship Programme, giving young professionals the opportunity to learn, connect, and grow in an international military environment. ✍️ Ready to kick-start your career in a multinational HQ? Applications for STRIKFORNATO’s Internship Programme are now open! 🔗 Apply here: sfn.nato.int/internship #WeAreNATO 🛡️ #StrongerTogether 💪

#STRIKFORNATO 🔱 was pleased to welcome a group of interns from @ItalyinPortugal 🇮🇹 to our HQ. 🧠 The visit offered an opportunity to learn more about @NATO’s strategic role, STRIKFORNATO’s mission, and the importance of multinational cooperation in strengthening collective defence and security. 🤝 Engaging with the next generation of diplomats is an important investment in building mutual understanding, fostering dialogue, and reinforcing the values that unite the Alliance. 👏 Thank you for your interest and thoughtful discussions—we wish you every success in your future careers! #WeAreNATO 🛡️ #StrongerTogether 💪 #ItalyinPortugal 🇮🇹🇵🇹

Precision 🎯. Trust 💪. Interoperability 🤝. During #NeptuneStrike 🔱, F-35s from the UK Carrier Strike Group 🇬🇧 link up with an Italian Air Force tanker 🇮🇹 for air-to-air refuelling ⛽️ — a capability that extends Allied reach and keeps @NATO airpower in the fight ⚔️. #WeAreNATO 🛡️ #StrongerTogether 💪 #ArcticSentry ❄️

🫡 Behind every military operation are the men and women who make it possible.   During #NeptuneStrike 🔱, the people behind Allied readiness bring with them skill, commitment, and teamwork 🤝 that protect the Alliance every day.   📸 They tell the story of service, professionalism, and dedication ⭐️ at the heart of @NATO operations. #WeAreNATO 🛡️ #StrongerTogether 💪 #ArcticSentry ❄️