Department-Level Exercise (DLE) Series

Through this series, the Department of the Air Force is preparing to be a stronger, more lethal deterrent force, to provide an advantage against competitors and adversaries across all domains, and to ensure regional stability in the Indo-Pacific and beyond.

The DLE series will incorporate multiple command exercises into one overall threat deterrence scenario, including Resolute Force Pacific (REFORPAC), Resolute Space, Mobility Guardian, Emerald Warrior and Bamboo Eagle 25-3.

It will also integrate multiple allies and partners in specific component exercises with shared interests. Partner integration is critical to U.S. efforts to ensure regional and global peace and stability and provides a decisive advantage against complex threats.

CPL Kenneth Robinson of the Texas National Guard Soldier Discusses Sniper Training at BRIGHT STAR 25

U.S. Army Central

Video by Sgt. Samuel DeAngelo

Sept. 4, 2025 | 3:02

U.S. Army Cpl. Kenneth Robinson, airborne infantryman with 1st Battalion, 143rd Infantry Regiment, Texas Army National Guard, discusses sniper training procedures during an interview at Mohamed Naguib Military Base, Egypt, Sept. 4, 2025. Robinson highlights the use of multiple sniper weapon systems, including the M110 semi-automatic sniper system, 7.62mm AR-10 platform, Barrett MRAD Mk22, Remington M2010, and Barrett .50 caliber rifle, alongside multinational partner snipers. BRIGHT STAR 25 is a biennial, multinational exercise that strengthens regional security and military interoperability. (U.S. Army video by Sgt. Samuel DeAngelo) More