@MARFORSOUTH

Strengthening partnerships, advancing security, and supporting operations across U.S. Southern Command’s area of responsibility.

 New Orleans, Louisiana
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U.S. Marines with 3rd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, Littoral Combat Force-24, evaluate small-arms proficiency at Camp Santiago, Puerto Rico, Sept. 22. The training sustained readiness for LCF-24’s ongoing @Southcom mission. #MARFORSOUTH #LCF24 #Readiness
A Marine practices prone-position rifle marksmanship while an instructor monitors performance.

ALT A Marine practices prone-position rifle marksmanship while an instructor monitors performance.

A Marine fires a rifle at paper targets during marksmanship training as an instructor monitors shot timing.

ALT A Marine fires a rifle at paper targets during marksmanship training as an instructor monitors shot timing.

A Marine kneels behind a wooden barricade and aims a rifle during tactical marksmanship training.

ALT A Marine kneels behind a wooden barricade and aims a rifle during tactical marksmanship training.

A Marine engages range targets from a standing position while an instructor monitors the drill.

ALT A Marine engages range targets from a standing position while an instructor monitors the drill.

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.@Southcom U.S. Southern Command personnel and Panamanian security institutions deliver supplies in Panama, Oct. 10, following the Oct. 9 earthquake. #MARFORSOUTH #Panama #DisasterResponse
U.S. and partner personnel unload bottled water from a CH-47 Chinook helicopter to support relief operations.

ALT U.S. and partner personnel unload bottled water from a CH-47 Chinook helicopter to support relief operations.

Military personnel coordinate loading palletized supplies onto a CH-47 Chinook helicopter at an airfield.

ALT Military personnel coordinate loading palletized supplies onto a CH-47 Chinook helicopter at an airfield.

U.S. Marines transfer cases of bottled water from a supply truck during relief operations.

ALT U.S. Marines transfer cases of bottled water from a supply truck during relief operations.

U.S. and partner personnel exchange a handshake during coordination for relief operations.

ALT U.S. and partner personnel exchange a handshake during coordination for relief operations.

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The effort supported State Department-led U.S. disaster assistance to affected communities.
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U.S. Marine Corps Forces, South retweeted
U.S. Southern Command
@SouthcomOct 11
UPDATE: U.S. military operations help deliver critical earthquake relief in Panama. U.S. military airlift and ground forces continue to provide critical aid to affected communities. To date, #SOUTHCOM-assigned forces, working alongside Panamanian partners, have successfully delivered thousands of pounds of emergency supplies, including 54,591 cases of water, 50,621 cans of food, and 11 medical tents. In response to a request from the Panamanian government, the @DeptofWar is supporting @StateDept-led U.S. disaster assistance to the people of Panama in the aftermath of the Oct. 9, 2026, earthquake. @USEmbPAN @WHAAsstSecty @SecWar @USForeignAssist @USAenEspanol
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U.S. Marine Corps Forces, South retweeted
U.S. Southern Command
@SouthcomOct 10
U.S. Marines with 3rd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, Littoral Combat Force-24, board an MV-22B Osprey during pick-up zone drills on Camp Santiago Joint Training Center, Puerto Rico, August 12, 2026. U.S. military forces are deployed to the #SOUTHCOM area of responsibility in support of Joint Task Force Western Hemisphere, @DeptofWar-directed operations, and the President’s priorities to disrupt illicit drug trafficking, deter malign actors and protect the homeland. #JTFWHEM @The24MEU @USMC @MARFORSOUTH @SecWar
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U.S. Marine Corps Forces, South retweeted
U.S. Southern Command
@SouthcomOct 11
Panama earthquake relief: In the aftermath of a disaster, U.S. military vertical-lift capabilities have proven to be the cornerstone of rapid crisis response. At the request of the Panamanian government, U.S. military rotary-wing aircraft are providing airlift support, showcasing the unique capability and flexibility to rapidly and precisely deliver critical relief supplies and personnel to areas that need it most. The @DeptofWar is supporting @StateDept-led U.S. disaster assistance to the people of Panama in the aftermath of the October 9, 2026, earthquake. The United States stands with the people of Panama. #SOUTHCOM @USEmbPAN @WHAAsstSecty @SecWar @USForeignAssist @USAenEspanol
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U.S. Marine Corps Forces, South retweeted
Embajador Kevin Marino Cabrera
@USAmbassadorPANOct 10
From helicopters and emergency response teams to food, water, and temporary shelter, American assistance is already on the ground in Panama. With @StateDept and @Southcom coordinating operational efforts as part of president Trump's priorities, the United States is mobilizing critical resources to support recovery. We are also providing millions of dollars in humanitarian aid to help affected communities rebuild. Panama can count on America. Always.
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U.S. Marine Corps Forces, South retweeted
U.S. Southern Command
@SouthcomOct 10
Helping the people of Panama: Last night, U.S. military personnel deployed to Panama loaded 3,000 cases of water onto trucks destined for communities affected by the earthquake. Today, in collaboration with Panamanian authorities and at the direction of #SOUTHCOM, U.S. military personnel are providing rotary-wing airlift support to deliver urgently needed supplies to affected communities and hospitals. The @DeptofWar is supporting @StateDept-led U.S. disaster assistance to the people of Panama in the aftermath of the October 9, 2026, earthquake. The United States stands with the people of Panama. @USEmbPAN @WHAAsstSecty @SecWar
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U.S. Marine Corps Forces, South retweeted
U.S. Southern Command
@SouthcomOct 8
A U.S. Marine with 3rd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, Littoral Combat Force-24, fires an M4 service rifle during a skills evaluation event at Camp Santiago Joint Training Center, Puerto Rico, Sept. 22, 2026. U.S. military forces are deployed to the #SOUTHCOM area of responsibility in support of Joint Task Force Western Hemisphere, @DeptofWar-directed operations, and the President’s priorities to disrupt illicit drug trafficking, deter malign actors and protect the homeland. #JTFWHEM @The24MEU @USMC @MARFORSOUTH @SecWar
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U.S. Marines and Argentine marines conduct tactical movement, patrolling and casualty-response training in Ushuaia, Argentina, Sept. 17–19. The sequence developed small-unit coordination across mountainous and coastal terrain. MARFORSOUTH #Argentina #Readiness
A service member aims a rifle from behind cover during tactical training in a wooded area.

ALT A service member aims a rifle from behind cover during tactical training in a wooded area.

Service members travel by inflatable boat through cold coastal waters beneath snow-covered mountains.

ALT Service members travel by inflatable boat through cold coastal waters beneath snow-covered mountains.

An instructor demonstrates a rifle technique as service members observe during field training.

ALT An instructor demonstrates a rifle technique as service members observe during field training.

Service members practice casualty assessment during cold-weather field training in a wooded area.

ALT Service members practice casualty assessment during cold-weather field training in a wooded area.

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U.S. Marine Corps Forces, South retweeted
U.S. Southern Command
@SouthcomOct 7
Combat-ready: A U.S. Marine with 3rd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, Littoral Combat Force-24, fires an M4 service rifle during a skills evaluation event at Camp Santiago Joint Training Center, Puerto Rico, Sept. 22, 2026. U.S. military forces are deployed to the #SOUTHCOM area of responsibility in support of Joint Task Force Western Hemisphere, @DeptofWar-directed operations, and the President’s priorities to disrupt illicit drug trafficking, deter malign actors and protect the homeland. #JTFWHEM @The24MEU @USMC @MARFORSOUTH @SecWar
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U.S. Marine Corps Forces, South retweeted
U.S. Southern Command
@SouthcomOct 5
Peruvian navy service members conduct visit, board, search, and seizure drills while participating in UNITAS 2026, a U.S. Naval Forces Southern Command and U.S. Fourth Fleet-sponsored training exercise at Base Naval Del Callao, Peru Sept. 18, 2026. #UNITAS2026 brought together 26 nations to strengthen maritime partnerships, improve interoperability, and advance regional security. Through realistic, multinational training, participating forces built the trust and skills needed to operate together across the hemisphere. @NAVSOUS4THFLT @MARFORSOUTH @USNavy @USMC @USEmbassyPeru @Deptofwar @naval_peru
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U.S. Marines and Argentine marines conduct cold-weather and mountain training in Ushuaia, Argentina, Sept. 11–19. The training developed mobility, emergency-response skills and small-unit coordination across demanding terrain. #MARFORSOUTH #Argentina #Readiness
Service members move on skis through deep snow beneath rugged, snow-covered mountains.

ALT Service members move on skis through deep snow beneath rugged, snow-covered mountains.

A Marine climbs a steep ice face with ice axes and crampons during cold-weather training.

ALT A Marine climbs a steep ice face with ice axes and crampons during cold-weather training.

Service members ascend a snow-covered ridge during mountain mobility training.

ALT Service members ascend a snow-covered ridge during mountain mobility training.

Service members travel by small inflatable boat through cold coastal waters during field training.

ALT Service members travel by small inflatable boat through cold coastal waters during field training.

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U.S. Marine Corps Forces, South retweeted
U.S. Southern Command
@SouthcomOct 3
Readiness and dominance in any environment and any terrain: A U.S. Marine with the Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center uses ice axes to climb an ice wall during bilateral training with Argentine marines assigned to the batallon de Infanteria de Marina N 4 in Ushuaia, Argentina, Sept. 13, 2026. The training developed ice-climbing skills and improved mobility in mountainous terrain. @USMC @MARFORSOUTH @Armada_Arg @EmbajadaEEUUarg
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MARFORSOUTH marks 27 years as the @USMC service component to @Southcom. #MARFORSOUTH #SOUTHCOM #Readiness
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Since 1999, the command has supported regional defense cooperation and readiness across the Western Hemisphere.
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U.S. Marine Corps Forces, South retweeted
U.S. Southern Command
@SouthcomSep 30
U.S. Army Command Sgt. Maj. Raymond S. Harris assumed duties as #SOUTHCOM’s Command Senior Enlisted Leader (CSEL) today. He succeeded outgoing Marine Sgt. Maj. Rafael Rodriguez during a change of responsibility ceremony at the command’s headquarters. The CSEL serves as the principal senior enlisted advisor to the SOUTHCOM Commander on all matters affecting the joint-force enlisted population. In this capacity, the CSEL advises on force readiness, welfare, and morale, while actively communicating and implementing the Commander's strategic intent, guidance, and policies across all ranks. @USArmy @USMC
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U.S. Marine Corps Forces, South retweeted
U.S. Southern Command
@SouthcomSep 28
#SOUTHCOM bids farewell to @USMC SgtMaj Rafael Rodriguez as he prepares to relinquish his position as Command Senior Enlisted Leader to @USArmy SGM Raymond Harris. SgtMaj Rodriguez leaves behind an honorable legacy of disciplined leadership – from Operations DESERT STORM and ENDURING FREEDOM, to multiple drill instructor tours at Marine Recruit Depot Parris Island, South Carolina. For 35 years, SgtMaj Rodriguez embodied the Marine Corps’ motto of Semper Fidelis. His impact on warfighters and his leadership at the SOUTHCOM headquarters will leave a lasting impression. Across the Western Hemisphere, he profoundly influenced Partner Nation military leaders, as he worked shoulder-to-shoulder with them to develop their enlisted leadership programs.
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U.S. Marines with Littoral Combat Force-24 conduct a deck shoot aboard USS San Antonio in the Pacific Ocean, Sept. 20. The training reinforced weapons proficiency and readiness for assigned @Southcom missions. #MARFORSOUTH #LCF24 @The24MEU
Marines engage silhouette targets during live-fire rifle training on a wet ship deck.

ALT Marines engage silhouette targets during live-fire rifle training on a wet ship deck.

A Marine fires a scoped rifle during live-fire training in heavy rain.

ALT A Marine fires a scoped rifle during live-fire training in heavy rain.

A spent casing ejects from a Marine’s rifle during live-fire training.

ALT A spent casing ejects from a Marine’s rifle during live-fire training.

Marines coordinate between live-fire drills on a rain-soaked ship deck covered with spent casings.

ALT Marines coordinate between live-fire drills on a rain-soaked ship deck covered with spent casings.

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More than 5,000 personnel from 24 nations trained across maritime, amphibious and multinational operations during UNITAS 2026 in Peru, Sept. 10-23. #MARFORSOUTH #MaritimeSecurity #UNITAS2026
Armed service members in tactical gear ride a rigid-hull inflatable boat through rough ocean waters.

ALT Armed service members in tactical gear ride a rigid-hull inflatable boat through rough ocean waters.

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The exercise prepared participating forces for joint maritime operations. Full story: dvidshub.net/news/575526/us-…

U.S., Partner Nations Build Bonds, Strengthen Regional Security During UNITAS 2026

Through hazy skies, choppy water and jungle terrain, 24 nations worked together to strengthen security and stability in the Western Hemisphere during the 67th iteration of UNITAS in Lima, Peru, Sept....

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