USS Tripoli conducts anti-terrorism drill in Sasebo

Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) 2nd Class Andrew Sampayan engages an attacking simulated water-craft during an anti-terrorism drill aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), Sep. 22, 2025. Tripoli is forward deployed to Sasebo, Japan, and operates in U.S 7th Fleet, the U.S Navy’s largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, which 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 Seaman Kobie Binette)