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Operation Allies Welcome

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The Department of Defense, through U.S. Northern Command, and in support of the Department of Homeland Security, is providing transportation, temporary housing, medical screening, and general support for at least 50,000 Afghan evacuees at suitable facilities, in permanent or temporary structures, as quickly as possible. This initiative provides Afghan personnel essential support at secure locations outside Afghanistan

 

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Taking it to the next level: Marines with SPMAGTF-SC continue to develop their skills

CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. – Capt. Phoebe D. Riner, the staff judge advocate with the Command Element, Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force - Southern Command, explains the rules of engagement to Marines and sailors during General Exercise 2 at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 29, 2017. The Marines simulated a noncombatant evacuation operation in order to prepare for crisis response situations they could face during their deployment to Central America. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Ian Leones)