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Four people wearing camouflage uniforms and hats assist another person in similar attire lying on a stretcher on the ground in a jungle area, with green plants in the background.

Evacuation Mission

U.S. service members and Panamanian security partners conduct a simulated medical evacuation at the jungle operations training course at Aeronaval Base Cristóbal Colón, Panama, Feb. 19, 2026. By sharing knowledge and working together, U.S. Southern Command and Panamanian security forces ensure regional partners can maintain stability in the event of natural disasters, medical catastrophes or other challenges.

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