PACIFIC OCEAN

An AH-1Z Viper with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 163 (Reinforced), 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, flies over simulated adversary vessels approaching San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Portland (LPD 27) during a simulated strait transit in the Pacific Ocean, Jan. 27, 2026. The simulated strait transit was conducted to refine the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit’s ability to integrate with the Navy for enhanced force protection. The 11th MEU is currently underway aboard the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations conducting integrated training that enhances lethality and warfighting readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Luke Rodriguez) Share

PACIFIC OCEAN

PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 17, 2025) - Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarines USS Annapolis (SSN 760), bottom, and USS Asheville (SSN 758) steam in formation off the coast of Guam, Dec. 17, 2025. Assigned to Commander, Submarine Squadron 15 at Polaris Point, Naval Base Guam, Asheville and Annapolis are two of the five fast-attack submarines forward deployed in the Pacific. Renowned for their unparalleled speed, endurance, stealth, and mobility, fast-attack submarines serve as the backbone of the Navy's submarine force, ensuring readiness and agility in safeguarding maritime interests around the world. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. James Caliva) Share

PACIFIC OCEAN

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 25, 2026) - U.S. Marines and Sailors assigned Task Force (TF) Ashland, I Marine Expeditionary Force, observe amphibious combat vehicles attached to 3rd Assault Amphibian Battalion, 1st Marine Division, during well deck operations aboard amphibious dock landing ship USS Ashland (LSD 48) off the California coast, Jan. 25. TF Ashland is a flexible, forward-deployed crisis response force led by the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit. Purpose-built to integrate with allies and partners, TF Ashland supports a free and open Indo-Pacific by providing immediate response capabilities for any contingency. (U.S. Marine Corps photo illustration by Sgt. Brian Knowles) (This photo illustration combines two photos of different exposures) Share

U.S. 7TH FLEET

Sailors direct the landing of multiple F-35B Lighting II, attached to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 121, during flight operations aboard America-class amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli (LHA 7), Feb. 5, 2026. Tripoli Amphibious Ready Group (ARG), composed of Tripoli, San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ships USS New Orleans (LPD 18) and USS San Diego (LPD 22), along with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), are underway conducting routine operations in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. U.S. 7th Fleet is the U.S. Navy’s largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific.. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Angel Conde) Share

OTARU, Japan

U.S. Navy Cmdr. Ivan Dobrev, commanding officer of Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Dewey (DDG 105), left, hosts a meeting with Kumiko Okawa, chairwoman of Otaru Self-Defense Forces Supporters Association (SDFSA), right, and other members of SDFSA, in the ship’s wardroom during a port visit to Otaru, Japan, , Feb. 6, 2026. Dewey is forward-deployed and assigned to Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy’s largest DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleet’s principal surface force. U.S. 7th Fleet is the Navy’s largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, and routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Oscar Diaz) Share

OTARU, Japan

U.S. Navy Cmdr. Ivan Dobrev, commanding officer of Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Dewey (DDG 105), center left, hosts a tour of the ship’s bridge for members of Otaru Self-Defense Forces Supporters Association (SDFSA), during a port visit to Otaru, Japan, Feb. 6, 2026. Dewey is forward-deployed and assigned to Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy’s largest DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleet’s principal surface force. U.S. 7th Fleet is the Navy’s largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, and routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Oscar Diaz) Share

OTARU, Japan

U.S. Navy Sailors take positions on the fo’c’sle as part of a sea and anchor detail aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Dewey (DDG 105) while conducting a port visit to Otaru, Japan, Feb. 6, 2026. Dewey is forward-deployed and assigned to Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy’s largest DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleet’s principal surface force. U.S. 7th Fleet is the Navy’s largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, and routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Oscar Diaz) Share

U.S. 7TH FLEET

Cryptologic Technician (Collection) 2nd Class Caitlyn Langham fires an M18 pistol during a low-light gun shoot aboard America-class amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli (LHA 7), Feb. 7, 2026. Tripoli is underway conducting routine operations in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. U.S. 7th Fleet is the U.S. Navy’s largest forward-deployed numbered fleet and routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Paul LeClair) Share

U.S. 7TH FLEET

Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Aircraft Handling) 2nd Class Lauren Bryan, directs an MH-60S Sea Hawk, attached to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 25, during flight operations on the flight deck of America-class amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli (LHA 7), Feb. 5, 2026. Tripoli Amphibious Ready Group (ARG), composed of Tripoli, San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ships USS New Orleans (LPD 18) and USS San Diego (LPD 22), along with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), are underway conducting routine operations in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. U.S. 7th Fleet, the U.S. Navy’s largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific. Share

SILVERDALE, Wash.

SILVERDALE, Wash. (Feb. 2, 2025) Ohio-class ballistic missile submarine USS Maine (SSBN 741) returns to Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor following a routine strategic deterrent patrol, Feb. 2, 2025. Maine is assigned to Commander, Submarine Group (SUBGRU) 9, which exercises operational and administrative control authority for assigned submarine commands and units in the Pacific Northwest providing oversight for shipboard training, personnel, supply and material readiness of SSBNs and their crews. SUBGRU-9 is also responsible for nuclear submarines undergoing conversion or overhaul at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard in Bremerton. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Ryan Riley) Share

PACIFIC OCEAN

PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 5, 2026) – U.S. Navy Master-at-Arms Seaman Randy Luna stands watch on the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71), as it transits through Puget Sound from Naval Magazine Indian Island, Wash., Feb. 5. As an integral part of U.S. Pacific Fleet, U.S. 3rd Fleet operates naval forces in the Indo-Pacific in addition to providing realistic and relevant training necessary to flawlessly execute our Navy’s timeless roles of sea control and power projection. U.S. 3rd Fleet works in close coordination with other numbered fleets to provide commanders with capable, ready forces to deploy forward and win in day-to-day competition, in crisis, and in conflict. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ikia Walker) Share

PACIFIC OCEAN

PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 8, 2026) – U.S. Navy Sailors move a housing stopper in forecastle of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt, Feb. 8, 2026. Theodore Roosevelt, flagship of Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 9, is underway conducting exercises to bolster strike group readiness and capability in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Adam Barnett) Share