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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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U.S. Marines conduct Forward Arming and Refueling Point operations in Canada
U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Ryan Shea, a bulk fuel specialist with Marine Wing Support Squadron 471, Marine Aircraft Group 41, 4th Marine Aircraft Wing, observes a UH-1Y Venom take off during a Forward Arming and Refueling Point operation at Cold Lake Air Weapons Range, Alberta, Canada, June 18, 2019, in support of Sentinel Edge 19. MARFORRES squadrons participate in SE19 to both complete annual training requirements and to increase unit readiness and proficiency. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jose Gonzalez)