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EW 25.2: AFSOC heightens warfighting readiness during landmark DLE series

A U.S. Air Force Air Commando assigned to Air Force Special Operations Command dons their mask before conducting a SCUBA dive during Emerald Warrior 25.2, California, August 4, 2025. Joint, combined trainings like Emerald Warrior enhance AFSOC’s combat readiness and demonstrates our ability to seamlessly operate together. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luke Hirsch) Supported by U.S. Special Operations Command, Emerald Warrior is a joint, combined special operations exercise that prepares U.S. Special Operations Command forces, Conventional Enablers, Partner Forces, and Interagency Elements to respond to various threats across the spectrum of conflict. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luke Hirsch)

PHOTO BY: Airman 1st Class Luke Hirsch
VIRIN: 250804-F-LH008-1355.JPG
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NIKON Z6_3

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NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S

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14

SHUTTERSPEED

1/250

ISO

800

IMAGE IS PUBLIC DOMAIN

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