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Brunson, STRATCOM Discuss Stronger Nuclear Deterrence in Northeast Asia
May 19, 2026 — Gen. Xavier T. Brunson visited U.S. Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM) in Omaha, Nebraska, on May 11 to discuss strengthening strategic deterrence in Northeast Asia through enhanced collaboration across the commands and in support of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command... MORE

U.S. Navy Adm. Rich Correll, commander, U.S. Strategic Command and U.S. Army Gen. Xavier T. Brunson, commander of United Nations Command, Combined Forces Command, and United States Forces Korea, pose for a photo during a visit at USSTRATCOM headquarters on Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska, May 11, 2026.

Tri-Command Senior Leadership Participate in LANPAC 2026
May 18, 2026 — Senior leaders from across the United Nations Command (UNC), Combined Forces Command (CFC), and United States Forces Korea (USFK), participated in the 2026 Land Forces (LANPAC) Symposium and Exposition on May 12-13... MORE

U.S. Army Gen. Xavier T. Brunson stands at a podium delivering a keynote address during the LANPAC Symposium in Honolulu, Hawaii, on May 12, 2026. Event signage is in the background at the professional development forum.

Joint Statement for the 28th Korea-U.S. Integrated Defense Dialogue
May 14, 2026 — The U.S. Department of War and the Republic of Korea (ROK) Ministry of National Defense held the 28th Korea-U.S. Integrated Defense Dialogue (KIDD) on May 12-13, 2026, in Washington.Mr. John Noh,... MORE

Tri-Command Commander Discusses Alliance Cooperation and Regional Security at East-West Center
May 13, 2026 — General Xavier T. Brunson, Commander of United Nations Command, Combined Forces Command and U.S. Forces Korea, joined a roundtable discussion at the East-West Center in Honolulu on May 12 to discuss... MORE

Brunson Visits U.S. Army Western Hemisphere Command
May 13, 2026 — Gen. Xavier T. Brunson, commander of United Nations Command, Combined Forces Command and U.S. Forces Korea, visited U.S. Army Western Hemisphere Command at Fort Bragg on May 8 to discuss readiness, global integration and the importance of defending the homelands... MORE

U.S. Army Gen. Xavier T. Brunson and U.S. Army Gen. Joseph A. Ryan stand together for a photo at the U.S. Army Western Hemisphere Command headquarters on Fort Bragg, North Carolina, May 8, 2026.

USFK commander urges ‘I-Cubed’ leadership at Army War College Strategic Landpower Symposium
May 6, 2026 — U.S. Army Gen. Xavier T. Brunson, commander of United Nations Command, Combined Forces Command and U.S. Forces Korea, delivered the keynote address at the U.S. Army War College’s 2026 Strategic... MORE

U.S. Army Gen. Xavier T. Brunson stands at a podium with a microphone, delivering remarks in an indoor auditorium. The podium displays an emblem with three stars and a torch. Several red military flags are positioned to the right, and a large curtain and wall paneling create the backdrop.

Brunson Charges University of Portland Graduates: 'Once a Pilot, Always a Pilot'
May 5, 2026 — Gen. Xavier T. Brunson, commander of United Nations Command, Combined Forces Command and U.S. Forces Korea, delivered the commencement address to the University of Portland Graduate School on May... MORE

An individual in a military uniform stands at a wooden podium during a graduation ceremony, with purple banners behind the stage representing various university colleges such as the College of Arts and Sciences, the School of Nursing and Health Innovations, the School of Business, and the School of Engineering. Faculty members in academic regalia sit on the stage, and large floral arrangements surround the podium. Graduates in caps and gowns are seated in the foreground.

U.S.-ROK Workshop Strengthens Civil-Military Crisis Response Coordination
April 21, 2026 — U.S. and Republic of Korea service members and civilian inter-agencies from across U.S. Forces Korea (USFK), Combined Forces Command (CFC), international organizations, and the U.S. government... MORE

A large group of military personnel and civilians pose for a group photo in a conference hall. They are standing on a stage in front of a large banner that reads "Humanitarian Assistance Response-Korea" with the dates "2026. 4. 7.(TUE) ~ 4. 9. (THU)"

GEN Brunson: Combined Training at Freedom Shield 26 "Envy of the World"
March 14, 2026 — Gen. Xavier Brunson, commander of United Nations Command, Combined Forces Command and U.S. Forces Korea, spoke to the media during the Wet Gap Crossing training at the Imjin River in Yeoncheon, on... MORE

Marine Forces Korea Sergeant Major Awarded Republic of Korea Prime Minister Commendation
February 19, 2026 — SOUTH KOREA — In a ceremony reflecting the strength of the ROK–U.S. alliance, a senior U.S. Marine enlisted leader received one of the Republic of Korea government’s highest honors for his sustained contributions to combined readiness and cooperation on the Korean Peninsula... MORE

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Ismael G. Bamba, command senior enlisted leader of Marine Forces Korea, stands at attention as his citation is read during his award ceremony at Republic of Korea Marine Corps Headquarters at Camp Baran, South Korea, Feb. 3, 2026. The commendation highlights significant efforts supporting regional stability, alliance readiness and combined operational effectiveness on the Korean Peninsula. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Antonio Campbell)

Buddy Squadron 26-2 enhances interoperability at Osan
February 18, 2026 — OSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea — U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 35th Fighter Squadron hosted Republic of Korea Air Force pilots from the 111th Fighter Squadron during Buddy Squadron 26-2 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Feb. 9-13, 2025... MORE

A Republic of Korea Air Force KF-16 assigned to the 111th Fighter Squadron, arrives during Buddy Squadron 26-2 at Osan Air Base, ROK, Feb. 9, 2026

Humphreys Meeting Highlights Unwavering ROK-U.S. Commitment to Peace
February 13, 2026 — Gen. Xavier T. Brunson, Commander of United Nations Command, ROK-U.S. Combined Forces Command and U.S. Forces Korea, hosted Republic of Korea Minister of Foreign Affairs Cho Hyun at U.S. Army Garrison Humphreys Feb. 13 for a command mission brief and discussions on maintaining peace and stability on the Korean Peninsula amid evolving regional security challenges... MORE

U.S. Army Gen. Xavier Brunson, commander of United Nations Command, Combined Forces Command and United States Forces Korea, shakes hands with Republic of Korea Minister of Foreign Affairs Hon. Cho Hyun at the UNC and USFK Headquarters on Camp Humphreys, South Korea, Feb. 13, 2026.

U.S. Forces Korea Hosts 'Tachyon Echo' Exercise to Strengthen Multinational Coordination and Regional Defense
February 11, 2026 — U.S. Forces Korea hosts Tachyon Echo, a Tri-Command Technical Effects Tabletop Exercise with participants from United Nations Command, Combined Forces Command (CFC), and U.S. Forces Korea (USFK)... MORE

USecAF visits Osan Air Base
February 4, 2026 — OSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea — Under Secretary of the Air Force Matthew Lohmeier visited Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Jan. 30, 2026, marking his second stop as a part of his tour of the Indo-Pacific bases... MORE

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. David Iverson, Seventh Air Force commander, greets Under Secretary of the Air Force Matt Lohmeier at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Jan. 30, 2026. Lohmeier’s visit is focused on engaging with Airmen and Guardians executing the mission across the Indo-Pacific, while also understanding the region’s operational challenges. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Sarah Williams)

USFK Commander Underscores Korea’s Strategic Importance, Strengthens Regional Partnerships at Honolulu Defense Forum
January 15, 2026 — General Xavier T. Brunson, Commander of United Nations Command (UNC), Combined Forces Command (CFC), and U.S. Forces Korea (USFK), underscored the Korean Peninsula’s central role in Indo-Pacific security and deepened trilateral and regional defense cooperation during a series of engagements at the Honolulu Defense Forum, hosted by Pacific Forum in Honolulu Jan. 12-13... MORE

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