On 31st May 2021, a US Air Force B52H was joined by a KC 135 tanker aircraft and a Royal Air Force Typhoon, Quick Reaction Alert (QRA) aircraft based out of RAF Lossiemouth, Moray, Scotland. They were taking part in a NATO Exercise involving several NATO allies, flying over multiple countries. For the second time in a Bomber Task Force rotation, U.S. Air Force strategic aircraft have flown a mission over all 30 NATO allied nations in North America and Europe on 31 May 2021 B-52H Stratofortress aircraft currently deployed to Morón Air Base, Spain, and U.S. based aircraft have flown with more than 20 NATO allies in a single day across the two combatant commands. The Operation demonstrated the shared commitment to NATO solidarity, enhanced readiness and provided training opportunities aimed at enhancing interoperability for all participating aircrews from the U.S. and our NATO allies. This Operation is the latest iteration of routine BTF missions that have occurred in the European theater of operations since 2018, with more than 200 sorties coordinated with allies and partners. Strategic bombers contribute to stability around the world, as they are intended to deter conflict rather than instigate it. If called upon, U.S. aircraft offer rapid response capabilities at any time and in any theater. The Operation was conducted in two parts: · European Leg: B-52 Stratofortress bomber aircraft currently deployed to Morón Air Base Spain, have flown over all NATO nations in Europe. During the mission, the bombers completed aerial refueling and integrated with several allie aircraft. · North American Leg: The stateside based aircraft integrated with aircraft from the U.S. and Canada while flying over both nations. Supported by the KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft assigned to the 100th Air Refueling Wing, RAF Mildenhall, England, supported this large-force event. The 100th ARW is the only permanent USAF air refueling wing in Europe, extending the reach of U.S. and NATO a

A B-52H Stratofortress, assigned to the 2nd Bomb Wing, Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, takes off out of Morón Air Base, Spain, returning home after completing Bomber Task Force Europe June 18, 2021. The U.S. Air force is engaged, postured, and ready with credible force to assure, deter, and defend in an increasingly complex security environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Daniel Hernandez)

A U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress operating out of Morón Air Base, Spain, flies in formation with Spanish air force F-18 aircraft in support of a Bomber Task Force Europe mission, June 3, 2021. Forward operating locations strengthen the ability to rapidly respond and coordinate with allies and partners. (Courtesy photo by the Spanish air force)

A B-52H Stratofortress, assigned to the 2nd Bomb Wing, Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, takes off out of Morón Air Base, Spain, after a successful Bomber Task Force Europe June 17, 2021. Strategic bombers contribute to stability in the European theater, as they are intended to deter conflict rather than instigate it. If called upon, U.S. bombers offer a rapid response capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Daniel Hernandez)

A B-52H Stratofortress, assigned to the 2nd Bomb Wing, Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, takes off out of Morón Air Base, Spain, after a successful Bomber Task Force Europe June 17, 2021. U.S. Strategic Command forces are on watch 24 hours a day, seven days a week to deter and defeat strategic attack against the U.S. and our allies with conventional and nuclear capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Daniel Hernandez)

A B-52H Stratofortress from Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana flies a sortie with Greek F-16Õs during Bomber Task Force Europe Monday June 14 2021.The U.S. is committed to our security commitments to the NATO alliance and our global partners. We routinely operate across the globe and are flexible and agile to respond to the changes in the operational environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff. Sgt. Jason Allred)

A B-52H Stratofortress, assigned to the 2nd Bomb Wing, Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, takes off from Morón Air Base, Spain, June 14, 2021, in support of Bomber Task Force operations. U.S. Air Force bomber aircraft routinely operate across the globe and are flexible and agile to respond to the changes in the operational environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt Aileen Lauer)

Ahead of the NATO Summit, General Wolters, Commander of US European Command and Supreme Allied Commander Europe, discusses NATO's new approach to everyday competition and how the United States can prevail in twenty-first century warfare and shaping the global future together.

A Danish F-16 integrates with a U.S. B-52H Stratofortress, assigned to the 2nd Bomb Wing, Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, out of Morón Air Base, Spain, in support of Bomber Task Force Europe June 07, 2021. U.S. European Command enjoys mutually beneficial military cooperation with our Nordic allies and partner countries with respect to the Arctic region, constantly coordinating together on operations and exercises. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Jael Laborn)

Two Swedish Saab JAS-39 Gripen fighter jets escort a B-52H Stratofortress over Europe during a Bomber Task Force Europe 21-3 flight en route to a maritime training scenario, June 09, 2021. Bomber missions demonstrate the credibility of our forces to address a global security environment that is more diverse and uncertain than at any other time in our history. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Jael Laborn)

A F-16 Falcon from the Royal Netherlands Air Force integrates with a B-52H Stratofortress over Europe during a flight en route to a maritime training scenario, June 09, 2021. The U.S. Air force is engaged, postured, and ready with credible force to assure, deter, and defend in an increasingly complex security environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Jael Laborn)

210605-N-EI510-0222 OSLO, Norway (June 5, 2021) The Blue Ridge-class command and control ship USS Mount Whitney (LCC 20) gets underway from Oslo, Norway, June 5, 2021, in support of exercise BALTOPS 50. BALTOPS 50 is an annual international maritime-led joint exercise including 16 NATO allies and 2 partner nations demonstrating the ability of the alliance to contribute to deterring and if required defeating aggression. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Scott Barnes/Released)

U.S. Air Force Maj. Eric Broyles, 31st Operations Group international coordination director and F-16 Fighting Falcon evaluator pilot, sits in the cockpit of a U.S. Air Force F-16 before takeoff during Falcon Strike 21 at Aviano Air Base, Italy, June 4, 2021. Participation in multinational exercises like Falcon Strike enhance professional relationships and improves overall coordination with allies and partner militaries. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ericka A. Woolever)

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 555th Fighter Squadron takes off during exercise Falcon Strike at Aviano Air Base, Italy, June 4, 2021. Participation in multinational exercises like Falcon Strike 21 enhance professional relationships and improves overall coordination with allies and partner militaries. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ericka A. Woolever)

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jordan Mooring, 555th Aircraft Maintenance Unit F-16 Fighting Falcon crew chief, prepares to perform recovery operations on a U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 555th Fighter Squadron at Amendola Air Base, Italy, June 4, 2021. Six U.S. Air Force F-16C aircraft will be participating in Falcon Strike 21 (FS21), an exercise involving service members from the U.S., Israel, Italy and the United Kingdom to integrate fourth and fifth generation fighter capabilities in a large force employment event. The exercise is a multilateral military training exercise conducting air operations in a contested multinational force environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Brooke Moeder)

Four U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 555th Fighter Squadron participating in Falcon Strike 21 (FS21) fly in formation over Amendola Air Base, Italy, June 4, 2021. Six U.S. Air Force F-16C aircraft are participating in Falcon Strike 21 (FS21), an exercise involving service members from the U.S., Israel, Italy and the United Kingdom to integrate fourth and fifth generation fighter capabilities in a large force employment event. Exercises like FS21 provide a venue to train with other nations, build readiness, practice interoperability, and enhance enduring relationships. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Brooke Moeder)

210520-N-CJ510-1238 ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 20, 2021) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt (DDG 80) and At Sea Demo/Formidable Shield participating nations’ ships sail in formation, May 20, 2021. At-Sea Demo/Formidable Shield, conducted by Naval Striking and Support Forces NATO on behalf of U.S. Sixth Fleet, is a live-fire integrated air and missile defense (IAMD) exercise that improves Allied interoperability using NATO command and control reporting structures. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Andrea Rumple/Released)

A B-52H Stratofortress assigned to the 2nd Bomb Wing, Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, takes off at Morón Air Base, Spain, May 31, 2021 in support of Bomber Task Force operations. Bomber missions highlight the U.S. military’s ability to conduct integration training with partners and allies.

The 50th Baltic Operations (BALTOPS) exercise, the premier maritime-focused exercise in the Baltic Region, takes place in the Baltic Sea from June 6-18.

210520-G-ID129-1219 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (May 20, 2021) Members from the Armed Forces of Malta conduct simulated hoisting operations with an Agusta Westland AW139 on the flight deck of USCGC Hamilton (WMSL 753) in the Mediterranean Sea, May 20, 2021. Hamilton is on a routine deployment in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national interests and security in Europe and Africa.

U.S. Army Spc. Eyza Carrasco, left, with 2nd Cavalry Regiment, administers a COVID-19 vaccination at the 7th Army Training Command's (7ATC) Rose Barracks, Vilseck, Germany, May 3, 2021. The U.S. Army Health Clinics at Grafenwoehr and Vilseck conducted a "One Community" COVID-19 vaccine drive to provide thousands of appointments to the 7ATC community of Soldiers, spouses, Department of the Army civilians, veterans and local nationals employed by the U.S. Army. (U.S. Army photo by Markus Rauchenberger)

A U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress assigned to the 2nd Bomb Wing, Barksdale Air Force Base, departs from Morón Air Base, Spain, in support of a Bomber Task Force mission on May 24, 2021. Bomber missions highlight the U.S. military’s ability to conduct integration training with partners and allies. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Aileen Lauer)

190809-N-AW818-889 NAVAL SUPPORT FACILITY DEVESELU, Romania (Aug. 9, 2019) Dark clouds gather before a summer rain storm over the U.S. Navy base in Romania, home to NATO's Aegis Ashore Ballistic Missile Defense System (AABMDS) site, after completing a long-planned systems update, Aug. 9, 2019. During the maintenance period, the U.S. fulfilled its commitment to NATO's Ballistic Missile Defense(BMD) by the temporary deployment of a Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system to the Naval Support Facility in Deveselu, Romania. The deployment of the U.S. Army’s THAAD battery to Romania lasted about six weeks while Aegis Ashore software and other equipment was updated. In April, the task force deployed to NSFD where they integrated into the existing NATO BMD architecture during a period of routine maintenance and upgrade of the Aegis Ashore Missile Defense System located there. The THAAD system re-deployed back to the U.S. and NATO's Aegis Ashore has resumed full functionality and remains focused on potential threats from outside the Euro-Atlantic area. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Amy Forsythe/Released)