On September 1, 2024, a U.S. Marine jumped from a Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey during the ongoing Ssang Yong exercise over Josa-ri, South Korea. This large-scale exercise is designed to enhance the U.S.-South Korean alliance through joint training, aimed at boosting amphibious capabilities for the defense of the Korean Peninsula.
The exercise involves a wide range of bilateral military operations, including amphibious landings, airborne operations, and maritime maneuvers. Ssang Yong highlights the importance of interoperability between U.S. and South Korean forces, ensuring both nations are prepared to respond to potential regional threats and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.–Credit: Marine Corps Cpl. Joseph Helms