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U.S. and Maldivian troops pose for a group photo.

Maldives Moment

U.S. soldiers assigned to the 5th Security Force Assistance Brigade and Maldivian troops pose for a group photo in Kadhdhoo, Maldives, May 26, 2022. The brigade trains and advises foreign security forces to improve partner capabilities and facilitate achievement of U.S. strategic objectives.

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