Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall meets with key officials as he begins his engagements at the U.S. European Command area of responsibility, Aug. 19, 2024, to strengthen international partnerships. Kendall’s trip reinforces the shared relationship between the United States, the Department of the Air Force, and NATO and the importance of the indispensable alliance that ensures transparent and effective collaboration across all warfighting domains to ensure collective security for the region. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo)