Northern Strike

This page archives news and photos from Exercise Northern Strike in 2021. It highlights deployments and training, showcasing MARFORRES operational readiness and global engagement in joint, multicomponent scenarios.

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From 31 July to 14 August, CLB 451 (-)(REIN) provides forward DS and GS logistics to JTF-85 IOT enable joint task force projection functions and conduct tactical sustainment to maximize maneuver element ability to execute area defense, offense and stability operations in support of the reestablishment of the legitimate border of Gorgas.

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BRIGHT STAR 25: Range maneuvers

U.S. Marines assigned to 4th Light Armored Reconnaissance, prepare for maneuvers in light armored vehicles (LAVs) during a joint training exercise as part of BRIGHT STAR 25 at Mohamed Naguib Military Base (MNMB), Egypt, Sep. 3, 2025. BRIGHT STAR 25 fosters readiness, improves mil-to-mil coordination, provides opportunities to share best practices, and strengthens bonds between our forces. (U.S. Army Photo by Joseph Kumzak)

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Tags: Marines, Joint forces, Centcom, egypt, Mohamed Naguib Military Base, BRIGHTSTAR25

Photo by: Joseph Kumzak | VIRIN: 250903-A-NG080-1372.JPG

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