Santiago Anacleto

Defense and Aviation Photographer/Photojornalist

Capturing the power and precision of Military Technology

[Santiago Anacleto @wingsandwarfare]

Honored to have two pieces in FAM’s December issue (#280), including coverage of the NATO Tiger Meet 2025 and the ESTIO 25-2 exercise. One of my shots of the Portuguese “Jaguar” made the cover.

You can get the issue at: https://t.co/2CFEE62BFi

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Honored to attend the 50th Anniversary of the Military Judiciary Police last week - and proud to have five of my photos exhibited at the event.

Grateful for the trust over the years and excited to keep documenting the institution’s legacy. 📷

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ALAKRAN mobile mortar system on display at Portuguese Army Day 🇵🇹

Combat-proven in Ukraine, the system enables rapid “Shoot & Scoot” deployment, digital FCS, MRSI capability, and integration on light 4×4 platforms like Polaris MRZR.

#ALAKRAN #NTGS #IndirectFire #Artillery

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New photo report now online: @Exercito_pt Day 2025 - Viseu.
A week that showcased tradition, capability and future readiness.
Full article & gallery: https://t.co/FNJezdRdur
📸🇵🇹

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@RheinmetallAG Boxer 8x8 with Lance 2 turret featured at Portuguese Army Day 🇵🇹
A strong contender to replace the aging M113 fleet as Portugal shifts toward wheeled armored vehicles.
#Boxer8x8 #Rheinmetall #PortugalArmy #Defense #IFV

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Exercise ESTIO 252 brought together Portuguese Commandos, Spain’s Rey Alfonso XIII Brigade and France’s 126e Infantry Regiment to validate tactics and strengthen interoperability.
#ESTIO252 #Defense #AlliedForces #PortugalArmy

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A330 MRTT (Multi Role Tanker Transport) from the Royal Netherlands Air Force flying in formation with Portuguese F-16s during the Tiger Meet.

This A330 is part of NATO’s Multinational MRTT Unit (MMU) - showcasing allied cooperation and airpower in action. 🇳🇱🇵🇹 #NATO #TigerMeet

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Portuguese Paratroopers from the 1st Airborne Infantry Battalion executed a heli assault during #NATOTigerMeet2025.
Inserted by an Italian HH-101 Caesar, with Top Cover from a German Navy Super Lynx Mk88A.
Air coordination by Dutch TACP teams on the ground.
#HeliAssault #NATO

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Portuguese Army Commandos executed a heli assault during #NATOTigerMeet2025, inserted by an EH-101 Merlin with Top Cover from an AW119 Koala.
Recon by French SA342 Gazelles; air assets coordinated by Italian Air Force TACP teams.

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NATO Tiger Meet 2025 🇵🇹
A convoy of Portuguese Army Pandur and VAMTAC vehicles came under ambush during a joint exercise with NATO allies.
Dutch TACP teams called in Close Air Support from two Portuguese F-16s - air and land working as one.
#NATOTigerMeet #MilitaryPhotography

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In the art of Tiger Meet liveries, every squadron gives their best… but the Jaguars stood out in great style. 🐯✈️

Congrats to Esquadra 301 for winning "Best Tiger Aircraft" at NATO Tiger Meet 2025 - and a special shout-out to NARK for this stunning work.

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First shots from this week at NATO Tiger Meet 2025. 🐯✈️
Tiger, Tiger, Tiger! #NATOTigerMeet #PortugueseAirForce #Bundeswehr #AeronauticaMilitare #NATO

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Major Figueiredo, Commander of GO51, was at the controls of the very first flight of the “Jaguar” 🐯✈️ — the Portuguese Air Force’s special livery for NATO Tiger Meet 2025.

Tiger, Tiger, Tiger! #NATOTigerMeet #F16 #PortugueseAirForce #Esquadra301

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A few more glimpses of the “Jaguar” 🐯✈️

Tiger, Tiger, Tiger! #NATOTigerMeet #F16 #PortugueseAirForce #Esquadra301

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@hoje_no Obrigado!

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Proud to share my first published article in AirMed & Rescue! 🖋️🚁
It covers the reactivation of 551 Squadron - “Panteras” and its path back to operation.

🙏 Huge thanks to everyone who made this possible!

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The “Jaguar” is already roaring in the skies! 🐯✈️
Official full-body of the Portuguese Air Force for NATO Tiger Meet 2025.

Tiger, Tiger, Tiger!
#NATOTigerMeet #F16 #PortugueseAirForce #Esquadra301

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In barricade or stand-off scenarios, gas deployment can provide a tactical edge. @GNRepublicana GIOE operators train with gas masks until movement and shooting feel as natural as without them.
#GIOE #GNR #OperaçõesEspeciais #Tático #ForçasEspeciais #MilitaryPhotography

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Honored to have my first photo published in Vertical Magazine (Aug/Sept 2025 issue) under the Field OPS Photo section.
It features a Ukrainian-registered Kamov KA-32 (UR-CIR) ferrying from Pombal to Braga before being deployed against the Ponte da Barca wildfire.

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@GNRepublicana GIOE operator with a heavy-protection loadout - designed for high-risk scenarios where survivability outweighs speed. #GIOE #OperaçõesEspeciais #CQB #Loadout #ForçasEspeciais #MilitaryPhotography