On August 8, 2024, U.S. Marines conducted a simulated night-time amphibious assault at Kin Blue Beach Training Area in Okinawa, Japan. This training exercise was part of ongoing efforts to maintain readiness for crisis response operations across the Indo-Pacific region. The exercise emphasized the Marines’ ability to operate effectively under the cover of darkness, demonstrating their preparedness for real-world scenarios in this strategically important area.–Credit: Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Jeffrey Pruett