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Hegseth, Philippine Secretary of National Defense Speak to Press in Manila
March 28, 2025, 4:45AM CUT
Hegseth, Philippine Secretary of National Defense Speak to Press in Manila

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Red Flag Refuel

An Air Force B-52 Stratofortress receives in-flight refueling from a KC-135 Stratotanker during Red Flag-Nellis 25-2 over the Nevada Test and Training Range, Nev., March 18, 2025. Stratotanker pilots conducted aerial refueling for multiple aircraft during a Red Flag sortie, supporting combat readiness.

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