U.S. Southern Command

Official account of SOUTHCOM. Oversees U.S. military activities in Latin America & Caribbean. RTs, follows & likes ≠ endorsement.

[U.S. Southern Command @Southcom]

Students at the 82nd Airborne Division Advanced Airborne School practice jumpmaster procedures as Command Sgt. Maj. Wilfredo Quiñones Banguera, senior enlisted leader of the Colombian military, observes at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, Oct. 22, 2026. The delegation watched students conduct inspections and rehearse airborne procedures during the Programa Integral para Suboficiales de Alta Jerarquía, or PISAJ.

Led by #SOUTHCOM and U.S. Army Western Hemisphere Command, PISAJ is a premier geo-strategic engagement designed to foster professional development and interoperability between the two nations' NCO corps.

@18airbornecorps @USArmyWHC @USArmy @COL_EJERCITO @USEmbassyBogota

[U.S. Southern Command @Southcom]

Strengthening our partnership with Colombia.

[USAWHC @USArmyWHC]

Colombian Navy Command Sgt. Maj. Medina Quintero discusses NCO empowerment & leadership during PISAJ 23 at Fort Bragg. This US-Colombia engagement fosters professional development & interoperability. 🤝

#FreedomsGuardian @Southcom @ArmadaColombia

[U.S. Southern Command @Southcom]

The 41st iteration of exercise Southern Vanguard 2027 (SV27) is scheduled to begin in Colombia on Nov. 2, 2026. Through mid-November, approximately 800 joint forces — including 350 U.S. military personnel and over 400 Colombian soldiers — will conduct combined simulated operations to strengthen regional security and readiness. Training scenarios will focus heavily on maritime interdiction, ground security operations, cyber defense, and interagency cooperation. #SV27

@USArmyWHC @FuerzasMilCo @mindefensa @COL_EJERCITO @DeptofWar @USEmbassyBogota

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[U.S. Southern Command @Southcom]

The @DeptofWar is proud to support @StateDept's U.S. disaster assistance effort. When our friends in Panama needed help, the U.S. military mobilized rapidly to answer the call. #SOUTHCOM

[U.S. Embassy Panama @USEmbPAN]

🇺🇸🇵🇦 The United States stands with Panama. And we’re backing our words with action.

Following the October 9 earthquake, the United States rapidly mobilized rescue teams, humanitarian assistance, helicopters, emergency supplies, and private sector support to help affected communities.

✅ $10 million in humanitarian and logistical assistance.

✅ 20 U.S. search and rescue specialists deployed within 24 hours, conducting more than 370 structural assessments alongside SINAPROC.

✅ More than 60 tons of humanitarian aid and emergency supplies mobilized.

✅ Thousands of families supported with food, water, shelter, and essential supplies.

From immediate disaster response to long-term recovery, we continue working shoulder to shoulder with our Panamanian partners to help families get back on their feet.

Our partnership is defined by action. 🇺🇸🤝🇵🇦

See the full impact of U.S. assistance below. 👇

[The Joint Staff 🇺🇸 @thejointstaff]

Recognizing the brave men and women deployed across the globe, as well as the sacrifices of #MilitaryFamilies supporting them from home. #DayOfTheDeployed

[U.S. Southern Command @Southcom]

A Hero's Welcome. 🇺🇸
On Saturday night, #SOUTHCOM Commander Gen. Francis L. Donovan joined the South Florida community at @FLLFlyer to personally welcome home our #Veterans from a trip to Washington D.C. with Honor Flight. Thank you for your service, sacrifice commitment.

[U.S. Southern Command @Southcom]

The Americas Counter Cartel Coalition (AC3) continues to disrupt narco-terrorist networks and strengthen security in the Western Hemisphere.

[Joint Interagency Task Force South @jiatfs]

Partners on Target
While targeting illicit trafficking flow in the Eastern Pacific, Costa Rican border police, @seguridadcrc detected a go-fast vessel heading toward the Sierpe Mangroves in Costa Rica and quickly moved to gain positive control of the suspect craft. The vessel was towed into port for a more detailed search, where authorities uncovered a significant quantity of contraband. The interdiction highlighted continued vigilance and strong partner-nation action in support of regional maritime security.🚤🎯🔥

Results:
• 3,077 packages seized
• 3,572 kg

@jiatfs detection and monitoring efforts support @DeptofWar directed, @Southcom led operations to detect, disrupt, and dismantle narco-terrorist networks across the Caribbean and Eastern Pacific, degrading illicit activity and protecting the homeland. 🌎🛡️

#JIATFS #CostaRica #MaritimeInterdiction #CounterDrug #DetectionAndMonitoring #MaritimeSecurity #PartnersInAction #EasternPacific

[Embajada de los Estados Unidos en Cuba @USEmbCuba]

El jefe de misión Mike Hammer se reunió con el General Frank Donovan, comandante de @Southcom Mucho de qué hablar sobre Cuba.

[U.S. Southern Command @Southcom]

Dismantling narco-terrorist networks in the Caribbean.

[Joint Interagency Task Force South @jiatfs]

Partners on Target
While tracking another target, a maritime patrol aircraft detected a go-fast vessel in the Caribbean near a U.S. territory, prompting a rapid and coordinated interdiction at sea. A U.S. Coast Guard cutter, @USCGSoutheast, operating under Title 14 authorities, was vectored for intercept, and an interdiction team launched to gain positive control of the vessel and apprehend those on board. 🚤🎯🔥

Results:
• 6 bales seized
• 3 POB detained
• 222 kg

@jiatfs detection and monitoring efforts support @DeptofWar directed, @Southcom led operations to detect, disrupt, and dismantle narco-terrorist networks across the Caribbean and Eastern Pacific, degrading illicit activity and protecting the homeland. 🌎🛡️

#JIATFS #USCG #MaritimeInterdiction #CounterDrug #DetectionAndMonitoring #MaritimeSecurity #PartnersInAction #Caribbean

[U.S. Southern Command @Southcom]

A U.S. Marine with 3rd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, Littoral Combat Force-24, sights in on an M4 service rifle during a skills evaluation event at Camp Santiago Joint Training Center, Puerto Rico, Sept. 21, 2026.

U.S. military forces are deployed to the #SOUTHCOM area of responsibility in support of Joint Task Force Western Hemisphere, @DeptofWar-directed operations, and the President’s priorities to disrupt illicit drug trafficking, deter malign actors and protect the homeland.

#JTFWHEM @USMC @MARFORSOUTH @SecWar

[Secretary Marco Rubio @SecRubio]

To those who seek to create positive change in Cuba - now is the time.

The disappointment of failed promises, corruption, and the privileged lives of only a few; seize this opportunity to create the change you desire through a discrete partnership with the CIA.

[U.S. Southern Command @Southcom]

“Cuba's future belongs to those who act. Seize the moment and build the change you want to see. No more broken promises, rampant corruption, or tolerating an elite class living in luxury while the citizens are ignored. Now is the time.” -#SOUTHCOM Commander Gen. Francis L. Donovan

[CIA @CIA]

“A aquellos que buscan crear un cambio positivo en Cuba – Este es el momento. La decepción de las promesas fallidas, la corrupción, y las vidas privilegiadas de unos pocos – Aprovecha esta oportunidad de crear el cambio que deseas a través de una asociación discreta con la CIA.”

[U.S. Southern Command @Southcom]

U.S. Army CH-47 Chinook helicopter flight engineer assigned to Joint Task Force-Bravo looks out the window before conducting a mission in Los Ñopos, Panama, Oct. 16, 2026.

The Department of War is supporting the Department of State-led U.S. disaster assistance to the people of Panama in the aftermath of the Oct. 9, 2026, earthquake.

#SOUTHCOM @USArmyWHC @USEmbPAN @USAenEspanol @JTF_Bravo

[U.S. Southern Command @Southcom]

U.S. Navy Capt. Daniel Betancourt, senior defense official of the U.S. Embassy in Panama, hands a box with disaster relief supplies to a Panamanian in Tonosi, Panama, Oct. 19, 2026. The United States is supporting Panamanian families displaced by the Oct. 9 earthquake by helping provide safe shelter and essential assistance as communities begin to recover from the destruction.

#SOUTHCOM @USArmyWHC @USEmbPAN @USAenEspanol @DeptofWar

[U.S. Southern Command @Southcom]

Strengthening security and stability in the Caribbean:
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and Guyanese President Mohamed Irfaan Ali signed a "landmark" agreement at the Pentagon Oct. 21, creating an enhanced defense partnership between the two countries.

@DeptofWar @EmbassyGuyana @WHAAsstSecty @USAenEspanol

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[24th Marine Expeditionary Unit @The24MEU]

Beyond Line-of-Sight. 🎯

@Marines with #V32, #LCF24, train with the switchblade 300 drone.

@CSJTCPR

U.S. Military forces are deployed to the @ussouthcom area of responsibility in support of #jtfwhem, @deptofwar-directed operations, and the President's priorities.

[U.S. Southern Command @Southcom]

U.S. Sailors assigned to Freedom-class littoral combat ship USS Minneapolis-Saint Paul (LCS 21) conduct a shipboard recovery man overboard drill while underway in the Caribbean Sea, Oct. 9, 2026.

U.S. military forces are deployed to the #SOUTHCOM area of responsibility in support of Joint Task Force Western Hemisphere, @DeptofWar-directed operations, and the President’s priorities to disrupt illicit drug trafficking, deter malign actors and protect the homeland.

#JTFWHEM @USNavy @NAVSOUS4THFLT

[U.S. Embassy Panama @USEmbPAN]

🇺🇸🇵🇦 Unidos en tiempos de crisis.

Militares estadounidenses y miembros de @aeronavalpanama descargaron suministros de emergencia en Rambala para apoyar a las personas afectadas por el terremoto del 9 de octubre. Esta cooperación demuestra la fortaleza de la alianza entre Estados Unidos y Panamá cuando más se necesita.

[U.S. Embassy Panama @USEmbPAN]

🇺🇸🇵🇦 Standing together in times of crisis. U.S. service members and @aeronavalpanama unloaded emergency relief supplies in Rambala to support those affected by the October 9 earthquake. This cooperation demonstrates the strength of the U.S.���Panama partnership when it matters most.